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"Get Totally Tubular Man" at the Livery at James River State Park

By Shellie AnnePosted July 19, 2014

If you want to relax, refresh and recharge have we got a rad idea for you!

Cool off from the lame scorching heat this summer at James River State Park with this perfectly awesome diversion.

The Livery at James River State Park is your one stop shop for water-related fun while you visit this superb park in the Blue Ridge Foothills of Virginia.

Fun in the sun and in the water at James River State Park

Safety is the first priority, and then fun in the sun is the second!

The Livery at James River State Park offers the perfect way to cool off!

The Livery at James River State Park offers the perfect way to cool off!

Rent a kayak, canoe, tube or bike at The Livery at James River State Park

Rent a kayak, canoe, tube or bike at The Livery at James River State Park

Reasonable rates make this a fun family adventure at James River State Park

Reasonable rates make this a fun family adventure at James River State Park

Dude, you should seriously check it out

This park offers 3 miles of shoreline along the scenic James River. The best part about the water rentals at The Livery is they will pick you up! When you rent a kayak, canoe or tube they will shuttle you back to the park at the end of your float or paddling adventure.

Fees at a glance (subject to change)

Trip 1 - Bent Creek to Canoe Landing. Six-mile shuttle included. Canoe, $50; single kayak, $40.
Trip 2 - Bent Creek to Dixon Landing. Eight-mile shuttle included. Canoe, $60; single kayak, $45.
Trip 3 - Canoe Landing to Dixon Landing. Two-mile shuttle included. Canoe, $20; kayak, $18; tube, $12.

For a PDF map of the actual float route, click here (PDF).

Hourly and daily rental also available, as are life jackets, paddles, seat backs, etc.

Affordable shuttle service is also available for those who bring their own equipment. Call the livery directly at (434) 933-8682 or the park at (434) 933-4355.

Seasonal hours

The livery is open daily between Memorial Day and Labor Day. The livery is also open on weekends during off-season, which is mid-April through Memorial Day and from Labor Day through mid-October. Equipment availability is always subject to weather and river conditions. Call the livery at (434) 933-8682 for information about current conditions. Click here for a map to the park.

Click here to learn more about the park's seasonal canoe livery service. Enjoy a trip out on the water or rent a canoe, kayak or tube, it's totally phenomenal man.

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James River State Park