2022 Map of Champlain

About this map

The Rappahannock River dictates the character of this Tidewater landscape, separating Westmoreland Co and Richmond Co from Essex Co. Steep elevations at Fones Cliffs provide a dramatic contrast to the expansive marshlands of Beverly Marsh and Otterburn Marsh. The colonial-era settlement of Leedstown remains a focal point in the northwest, connected to the interior via Leedstown Rd. On the opposite bank, the community of Champlain sits at the intersection of the Tidewater Trl, serving as a gateway to the intricate network of creeks and necks. This region is defined by its deep relationship with the water, where landmarks like Lukes Island and Paynes Island emerge from the river, and inland swamps such as Margaret Lee Swamp and Mud Hole Swamp drain the low-lying timber and farm tracts.