YSV sailing stadium is strategically located on the shallow waters of Mill Creek at historic Fort Monroe, which provides a world-class venue for sailors to enjoy and a great viewing for families. This site provides a safe enclosed body of water with virtually no power boat traffic. On any given day visitors to Fort Monroe and residents along the north side of Mill Creek are offered perfect visibility to watch practices and regattas throughout the spring and fall seasons.
YSV has proven its potential for hosting regional and national championships that included teams from Virginia, Maryland, New York, and New Jersey. Christopher Newport University Sailing Team also uses YSV’s facilities for practices and collegiate-level regattas.
Fort Monroe is centrally located in Hampton and is located on the westbound side of the Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel. Approaching Fort Monroe visitors will travel through the historic area of Phoebus. A waterfront community with a small town feel and rich history. Phoebus is home to many shops and restaurants that invite visitors to enjoy.
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DIRECTIONS FROM RICHMOND
- Take I-64 East towards Norfolk/Williamsburg/Virginia Beach. Remain on I-64 until you reach Hampton
- Take Exit 268 (169 East Mallory St/Ft. Monroe) (Last exit prior to entering the Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel)
- Turn left at the light onto S Mallory Street (.1 mile)
- Turn right at the 2nd light onto E. Mellen Street. Continue approximately .6 miles until you cross over a small bridge prior to entering Fort Monroe
- Take the lane to the left of the median onto Ingalls Road
- Turn left onto Eustis Lane (approximately 450 feet which is the first street on your left at the digital sign)
- Turn left onto Fenwick Road (approximately .7 miles at t-intersection)
- Turn left into parking lot (approximately 150 feet)
- Park in the large parking lot beside ball field fence
- To enter the YSV Sailing Center, walk using the paved road to the right of the first building and enter through the fenced parking area
DIRECTIONS FROM VIRGINIA BEACH/NORFOLK
- Take I-64 West towards Richmond. Remain on I-64 until you reach Hampton
- Take Exit 268 (169 East Mallory St/Ft. Monroe). NOTE: First exit after leaving the Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel
- Turn left at the light onto S Mallory Street (.1 mile)
- Turn right at the next light onto E Mellen Street. Continue approximately .6 miles until you cross over a small bridge prior to entering Fort Monroe
- Take the lane to the left of the median onto Ingalls Road
- Turn left onto Eustis Lane (approximately 450 feet which is the first street on your left at the digital sign)
- Turn left onto Fenwick Road (approximately .7 miles at t-intersection)
- Turn left into parking lot (approximately 150 feet)
- Park in the large parking lot beside ball field fence
- To enter the YSV Sailing Center, walk using the paved road to the right of the first building and enter through the fenced parking area
NOTE: Maximum speed limit on Fort Monroe is 25 mph.