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Twilight 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

Sept. 20, 2025. 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Twilight Paddle Adventures are a great way to spend an evening away from the hustle and bustle of work, traffic and the cares of life. Follow the expert guides as they lead you along Belmont Bay in the evening and into Kane's Creek, a pristine preserve for waterfowl, animals and a retreat for humans. As the light begins to fade so do the sounds of the daytime animals and nocturnal animals start to make their voices heard.

Twilight paddles are 18 and over.

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 by calling the Visitor Center at 703-339-2385 during operating hours. Visitor Center schedule can be found in the Know Before You Go section here. Payment is required at the time of registration.

Sunset paddle

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: No.
Extra fee: $25 per person.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: No.
Phone: 703-339-2385
Email Address: MasonNeck@dcr.virginia.gov