Parks, Beaches & Trails
Canoeing & Kayaking
Hiking
Right down the road from the College of William & Mary, this scenic park provides a lookout tower and marsh walkway through College Creek. Enjoy the walkway,...
Parks, Beaches & Trails
After you've explored Williamsburg's history attractions, check out its scenic beauty on hiking trails, in parks and along the Yorktown waterfront.
Scenic rides. Historic paths. Family fun.
With trails and parks in the Williamsburg area taking you along the James and York rivers, or through the woods, you won’t want to miss out on amazing hiking and biking experiences. New Quarter Park offers mountain biking and hiking along the York River, while the Greensprings Greenway Interpretive Trail takes you back into the woods of Williamsburg.
Parks, Beaches & Trails
Hiking
This beautiful, wooded 22-acre park preserves and interprets two of the 14 Civil War earthwork forts (redoubts) which made up the Confederate’s Williamsburg Line in the Battle...
Parks, Beaches & Trails
Specialty Shops
Restaurants
Nestled beside the York River sits one of Virginia's best kept secrets. Yorktown is known for its history--but you'll also find amazing food, specialty shops,...
Parks, Beaches & Trails
Canoeing & Kayaking
Outdoor Tours
Bay Country Kayaking offers narrated, guided tours in New Quarter Park and other area locations. Personalized tours can be arranged specific to your group! Learn...
Parks, Beaches & Trails
Swimming
Canoeing & Kayaking
Fishing
Located in Historic Yorktown, this 2-acre public beachfront caters to family fun and is one of the only beaches in Hampton Roads to feature a...
Parks, Beaches & Trails
Ten thousand square feet of concrete jumps and ramps! Helmets required and protective gear recommended. Kids under 12 should be accompanied by an adult. Free for residents,...
Parks, Beaches & Trails
Wildlife Viewing
The Williamsburg Botanical Garden is located in Freedom Park, a two-acre ellipse that will be seen by visitors approaching the parking area. The...
Parks, Beaches & Trails
Fishing
Swimming
Jamestown Beach Event Park offers a summer of fun for you and your family! You can play in the sun, tan on the sand and...
Parks, Beaches & Trails
Canoeing & Kayaking
Fishing
This reservoir, provided and operated jointly by Newport News, James City County, and the Division of Game and Inland Fisheries, is open to the general...
