Open fires are prohibited throughout the park from midnight to 4 p.m. through April 30 per the 4 p.m. Burning Law. This includes wood and charcoal. Gas is permissible. Campground fires are allowed during the restricted time if a camp host is on duty and signage to that effect is posted in the campground. Failure to observe the 4 p.m. Burning Law can result in a fine. Contact the Park Office for additional information.

Evening Paddle Adventures

Location of Mason Neck State Park in Virginia

Where

Mason Neck State Park, 7301 High Point Rd., Lorton, VA 22079.
Kayak Launch Shoreline

When

May 19, 2024. 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Evenings are a wonderful time in the park to be on the water. This year we are offering a family oriented late-day paddle on the water that is sure to be a wonderful adventure for everyone involved. Alongside a paddle guide, you will paddle along Belmont Bay and enter a pristine marsh environment known as Kane's Creek. There you may encounter secretive wildlife such as beaver, turtles, fox, heron, and even our nation's symbol, the Bald Eagle! 

While these are family friendly adventures please note: Children 5 and under are NOT permitted in boats. Children 6-12 must be in a tandem kayak with a parent or legal guardian. Children 13-17 may paddle alone in a boat but must be supervised by a parent or legal guardian on the same tour.

Please arrive on time at the car-top boat launch to get fitted with PFDs and receive basic paddling instructions. Boats will be launched once the safety briefing is complete, 30 minutes after the start of the program. Water, sunscreen, appropriate clothing, and closed toed shoes are required. 

Reservations are required and can be made here. Or by visiting MNSP.eventbrite.com.

Evening paddle on Kane's Creek in Kayaks

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: No.
Extra fee: $20 per person.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 703-339-2385
Email Address: MasonNeck@dcr.virginia.gov

Event types

Canoeing/Kayaking/Standup Paddleboard | History/Culture | Kids/Family | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History

Additional dates

Twilight Paddle Adventures - May 24, 2024. 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Twilight Paddle Adventures - May 25, 2024. 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Evening Paddle Adventures - June 16, 2024. 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Twilight Paddle Adventures - June 21, 2024. 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Twilight Paddle Adventures - June 22, 2024. 7:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Evening Paddle Adventures - July 6, 2024. 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Twilight Paddle Adventures - July 19, 2024. 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Twilight Paddle Adventures - July 20, 2024. 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Evening Paddle Adventures - Aug. 4, 2024. 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Twilight Paddle Adventures - Aug. 16, 2024. 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Twilight Paddle Adventures - Aug. 17, 2024. 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Twilight Paddle Adventures - Sept. 13, 2024. 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Twilight Paddle Adventures - Sept. 14, 2024. 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Evening Paddle Adventures - Sept. 29, 2024. 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Add to calendar

Return To List

 



Find a Job at
Virginia State Parks

Find a job at Virginia State Parks

eNewsletter Sign-up