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Ophelia and Sunnybank Ferry

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Ophelia is a small Virginia town is near Coles Point, close to the mouth of the Potomac, near the confluence of the Little Wicomico River. Crossing the Little Wicomico is the Sunnybank Ferry. Established in 1906, this is one of three remaining free ferries in Virginia. The present metal boat, the Northumberland, began service in 1985. Blow your horn for ferry service 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 9 a.m. to noon on Saturdays. Nearby is Smith Point Marina.

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Virginia Department of Transportation
Route 604
Ophelia VA 22473
804-333-3396
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