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Outdoor Recreation and Parks
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Williamsburg Area Park Descriptions
Colonial Parkway: Take a leisurely drive, walk or bike along the scenic 23-mile Colonial Parkway which provides a physical and metaphorical link between the two Jamestown, Yorktown and Williamsburg. Learn more
Chickahominy Riverfront Park: Enjoy this 140-acre outdoor facility on the banks of the beautiful Chickahominy River. From fishing, boating, hiking and sunsets, this Park has got it all!Learn more
College Landing Park: Right down the road from William and Mary, this passive park provides a lookout tower and marsh walkway through College Creek. Learn more
Freedom Park: Rich in history, this 676-acre park preserves the First Free Black Settlement in America (1803), the Revolutionary War Battle of Spenser's Ordinary (1781) snf s 17th century domicile. Peaceful and relaxing, take some time to enjoy open meadows and trails. Learn more
Greensprings Greenway Hiking Trail: Link history and nature by hiking a 4.7-mile soft surface trail that retraces the footsteps of Native Americans and early colonists. Weave your way through one of the areas largest wildlife habitats with boardwalks over marshes and a beaver pond. Near Jamestown Island. Learn more
Kiwanis Municipal Park: This 27-acre park provides two lighted ball fields, numerous pieces of playground equipment and a shelter with picnic tables. Seven lighted all-weather tennis courts are available to the public on a first-come, first-served basis.Learn more
Little Creek Reservoir Park: Ready for a quiet day on the water? This scenic park overlooks a 996-acre reservoir that's a fisherman's paradise. Perfect for outdoor family time in the Historic Triangle. Learn more
Mid County Park & Kidsburg: Take a break and enjoy one of the community's favorite parks. Outdoor family activities are plentiful at the 19-acre Park including Kidsburg, the area's largest community-built playground. Learn more
New Quarter Park: Offering 545-acres of land next to the Colonial Parkway and close to Williamsburg, New Quarter offers a tranquil, woodland setting and the pleasures of outdoor recreation from hiking, biking, and fishing to picnicking.Learn more
Powhatan Creek Park and Blueway: Bring a canoe or kayak and see Jamestown Island like no one else. Powhatan Creek is part of the Chesapeake Gateways Network created by the National Park Service and the Chesapeake Bay Program. Provides access to Jamestown Island and the James River. Learn more
Quarterpath Park: This 23-acre facility includes three lighted softball fields; a 25-meter, 6-lane, z-shaped outdoor swimming pool; three all-weather tennis courts; playground equipment; and a picnic shelter. Learnmore
Skate Park: Think outside the triangle (the Historic Triangle, that is). Ten thousand square feet of concrete jumps and ramps for skateboards and in-line skates. Helmets and protective gear recommended. Kids under 12 should be accompanied by an adult.Learn more
Waller Mill Park: A beautiful park close to everything that overlooks a 343-acre lake and provides a variety of outdoor activities from boating to hiking. A community favorite for picnics and natural beauty. Rent a boat or bring your own.Learn more
York River State Park: Experience the environment of a coastal estuary. This park is known for its rare and delicate environment, where freshwater and saltwater meet to create a habitat rich in marine and plant life. Access to Taskinas Creek and York River provides access to a local natural treasure. A wide variety of activities. Learn more
Yorktown Waterfront: On the York River at historic Yorktown, this 2-acre beachfront offers a relaxing day for everyone whether it's fishing, relaxing in the sun or picnicking in the 10 1/2 acre bech picnic area. Perfect for families in a peaceful, no-hassle setting. Learn more
Williamsburg Area Parks by Activities & Facilities
| Beach |
Colonial Parkway Yorktown Waterfront |
| Boating and Boat Landings |
Chickahominy Riverfront Park Little Creek Reservoir Park Yorktown Waterfront Waller Mill Park York River State Park |
| Biking |
Colonial Parkway Freedom Park York River State Park Waller Mill Park |
| Canoeing |
Chickahominy Riverfront Park Little Creek Reservoir Park Powhatan Creek Park and Blueway New Quarter Park Waller Mill Park York River State Park College Landing Park |
| Dog Park |
Waller Mill Park |
| Fishing |
Chickahominy Riverfront Park Colonial Parkway Little Creek Reservoir Park Yorktown Waterfront Waller Mill Park York River State Park New Quarter Park |
| Fitness Trails |
Mid County Park & Kidsburg |
| Hiking |
Freedom Park Little Creek Reservoir Park Greensprings Greenway Hiking Trail Colonial Parkway New Quarter Park Waller Mill Park York River State Park |
| Kayaking |
Chickahominy Riverfront Park Little Creek Reservoir Park Powhatan Creek Park and Blueway New Quarter Park Yorktown Waterfront Waller Mill Park York River State Park College Landing Park |
| Mountain Bike Trails |
Freedom Park New Quarter Park York River State Park |
| Paddle Boats |
York River State Park Waller Mill Park |
| Picnicking |
Chickahominy Riverfront Park Colonial Parkway Kiwanis Park Little Creek Reservoir park Mid County Park & Kidsburg New Quarter Park Yorktown Waterfront Waller Mill Park York River State Park Quarterpath Park |
| Playgrounds |
Mid County Park & Kidsburg New Quarter Park Waller Mill Park Quarterpath Park Kiwanis Municipal Park |
| Skating |
Skate Park |
| Sports and Athletic Fields |
Warhill Sports Complex Kiwanis Municipal Park |
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