Bear Necessities

Location of Bear Creek Lake State Park in Virginia

Where

Bear Creek Lake State Park, 22 Bear Creek Lake Rd., Cumberland, VA 23040.
Legacy Wayside

When

Oct. 1, 2022. 3:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Are you "Bear Aware"? This program will help show you how to keep your picnic basket safe, and how to be bear aware while in black bear country. Will burning trash when camping attract bears? What if a bear wanders into your backyard? Find out about these adaptable animals and discover more about the places they call home.

Legacy Wayside is located behind the playground at the beach area.

photo of a black bear in the forest

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 804-492-4410
Email Address: BearCreek@dcr.virginia.gov