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Educational Activities at Bear Creek Lake State Park

(804) 492-4410

22 Bear Creek Lake Road
Cumberland, VA 23040

Latitude: 37.531773

Longitude: -78.271589

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Campfire get-togethers, music activities, night hikes, nature crafts, survival skills, canoeing and many more activities are offered on weekends from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Weekday programs are available on a limited basis. Groups may request special programming any time of year if they provide advance notice and the subject matter is relevant to Bear Creek's natural and historic resources.

Educational Activities Amenities At Bear Creek Lake State Park

Bear Creek Meeting Hall

Full Day (8am - 10pm) $236 and 2 Day Wedding Package is $315 (prices do not include sales tax) The facility seats 40 guests for a sit-down meal and about 65 without tables. Those renting the hall are exempt from parking fees so long as they identify themselves as such at the contact station. If you are planning a cookout during the spring, please keep in mind that the annual burn ban is in effect from midnight to 4 p.m. Feb. 15 to April 30. Outdoor cooking with charcoal is only allowed after 4pm.25 vehicles are allowed in conjunction with the hall rental.

Season/Hours: All Year/Call Park (804) 492-4410
Fee: Park Fees
Location:37° 31.8383 -78° 16.1183

Amphitheater

A small amphitheater is located in campground A right next to the picnic shelter. It is simple and is composed of a few benches arranged around a stone outdoor fireplace.

Season/Hours: All Year/Daylight hours
Fee: Park Fees
Location:37° 31.9000 -78° 16.3433

Park Office

Visitors may pick up maps and brochures here, buy souvenirs and ice and firewood at this location. The concession stand also sells souvenirs.

Season/Hours: All Year/Call Park (804) 492-4410
Fee: Park Fees
Location:37° 31.9116 -78° 16.3849

Other Activities At Bear Creek Lake State Park: Hiking, Biking, Horseback Riding, Boating and Water Sports, Camping, Fishing, Hunting, Picnicking, Swimming, Gifts and Shopping, Canoeing And Kayaking and Wildlife Activities

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Educational Activities at Bear Creek Lake State Park

(804) 492-4410

22 Bear Creek Lake RoadCumberland, VA 23040

Latitude: 37.531773

Longitude: -78.271589

Bear Creek Meeting Hall

Amphitheater

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22 Bear Creek Lake Road
Cumberland, VA 23040