Bear Creek Lake State Park
Virginia, Virginia.
Nestled in the heart of the Cumberland State Forest in central Virginia, Bear Creek Lake is less than an hour west of Richmond. It's the perfect getaway for the outdoor enthusiast. Activities center on the 40-acre lake with a boat launch, fishing pier, boat rentals and a swimming beach. Other attractions include a meeting facility, cabins, camping, picnicking, an archery range and playgrounds. Guests also enjoy the park's trails and access to the adjoining 16,000-acre Cumberland State Forest, including the 14-mile Cumberland Multi-use Trail, which is available for hiking, biking and horseback riding. There are cabins for overnight use, but no fire lookout exists here.
Nearby Activities
- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
- Day Use Area
- Environmental Education
- Fire Lookouts/Cabins Overnight
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Horseback Riding
- Interpretive Programs
- Observation Site
- Paddling
- Photography
- Picnicking
- Playground Park Specialized Sport Site
- Ranger Station
- Swimming
- Water Activities
- Wildlife Viewing
Directions
The park is about 4.5 miles northwest of the town of Cumberland. From U.S. Route 60, go west on Route 622 and south on Route 629 to the park entrance. Note: Those coming from the west and using GPS may be directed through a gravel-covered section of Oak Hill Rd. through the Cumberland State Forest. They should instead continue on Route 60 East through the Cumberland Courthouse area and then turn left on Trents Mill Rd. (Route 622) to reach the park's main entrance. Drive Time: Northern Va., three hours; Richmond, one hour; Roanoke, two hours; Tidewater/Norfolk/Virginia Beach, three hours
Additional Information
- Bear Creek Lake State Park website
- Bear Creek Lake State Park Trail Guide
- Friends of Bear Creek Lake State Park
- Bear Creek Lake State Park photos
- Virginia State Parks Twitter
- Bear Creek Lake State Park Facebook
- Reservations for Bear Creek Lake State Park
- Virginia State Parks Facebook
