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Lake Canoe Tour

Location of Bear Creek Lake State Park in Virginia

Where

Bear Creek Lake State Park, 22 Bear Creek Lake Rd., Cumberland, VA 23040.
Boat House

When

Aug. 28, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Bear Creek Lake is a modest 40 aces in size yet has a many-faceted story to tell. This hour-long activity will help you gain paddling skills while we tour both the wetland and the historical ends of the lake. All necessary gear and safety equipment is provided. Advance registration is required at least four hours before the event through Eventbrite HERE. The cost is $10 per canoe plus a small processing fee.

Registration is by canoe, and each canoe holds a maximum of two adults and one child under 12 years old. There are only six canoes are available, and the minimum age to participate is 6 years old. Participants will be given a parking pass per vehicle valid for the duration of the activity. For further information contact bcguide@dcr.virginia.gov or leave a message and call back number at (804) 492-5919. Groups of eight or more please contact bcguide@dcr.virginia.gov to request a private tour.

People Canoeing

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: No.
Extra fee: $10/canoe plus a small processing fee.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 804-492-4410
Email Address: BearCreek@dcr.virginia.gov