New in Northumberland County: Fishing Pier Way


Northumberland County and VDOT have named the road off State Route 200 to the county’s public fishing pier and kayak/canoe launch Fishing Pier Way. And it’s official: There's a street sign.

According to Pier Perfection: Public fishing areas in the Northern Neck and Middle Peninsula,

Glebe Point Pier is located on the Great Wicomico River at the base of the Route 200 bridge. The pier is 60 feet with a T-head and additional crabbing deck. It is completely free to fish there, but a valid saltwater recreational fishing license is required. The pier is handicapped accessible, has nine paved parking spots and even has picnic benches and a small grassy area for visitors to enjoy. A portable restroom is also available. Four commonly caught species of fish for this area include croaker, spot, sea trout and striped bass.

Fishing Pier Way is on the south side of the Tipers Bridge.

Want to learn more about SR 200? Head over to Virginia State Route 200. Check out Tipers Bridge, Spanning Great Wicomico River at State Route 200 at Glebe Point, Tipers, Northumberland County, VA for picks of the old bridge.