Kayaks on the Lake

Location of Bear Creek Lake State Park in Virginia

Where

Program Location: Boat House
Main Park Address: Bear Creek Lake State Park, 22 Bear Creek Lake Rd., Cumberland, VA 23040.

When

May 27, 2026. 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Paddle your way around the park’s unique ecosystem. This kayak activity will give you the skills you need to enjoy a safe paddle on the lake. After initial instruction, we'll take a tour of the lake. All equipment is provided. These are one-person sit-on-top kayaks so expect to get slightly wet.

Minimum age is 16 years, and there are only five kayaks are available. Advance registration is required at least 48 hours before the event by going here: Kayak reservation request.

The activity fee is $5 per person, payable at the event by exact cash, check payable to "Treasurer of Virginia", or a credit card; we accept only Visa and Mastercard.

kayaker on a lake

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: $5/person.
Registration required: Yes.
Children welcome: No.
Phone: 804-492-4410
Email Address: BearCreek@dcr.virginia.gov

Event types

Canoeing/Kayaking/Standup Paddleboard | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History

Additional dates

Kayaks on the Lake - June 17, 2026. 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

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