Cumberland Plunge

Location of Bear Creek Lake State Park in Virginia

Where

Bear Creek Lake State Park, 22 Bear Creek Lake Rd., Cumberland, VA 23040.
Beach Area

When

Jan. 1, 2025. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

In partnership with the Cumberland County Recreation Department, the third annual Cumberland Plunge will be held at the beach at 2 p.m. Upon the signal, participants will dash into the park's swimming area. A warming bonfire will be on the beach to help dry you off. The event will not be held if the lake is frozen over or in the event of precipitation or winds over 10 miles per hour. There is no registration or fee to participate. Parking is FREE at all Virginia State Parks on January 1, 2025.

People run into the cold lake to celebrate the start of a new year

Other details

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

Event types

Kids/Family | Special Event

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