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Picnicking at Westmoreland State Park

(804) 493-8821

1650 State Park Road
Montross, VA 22520

Latitude: 38.161125

Longitude: -76.865002

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There are many picnic tables and outdoor grills, all overlooking the Potomac river. These are a short walk from the restrooms and snack bar located by the pool. The park also offers two reservable picnic shelters, both of which have electricity, water, lighting and chimneys with fireplaces. One is located close to the camp store and has a large, long handicap accessible ramp that works its way up to this elevated shelter. The other shelter is located east of the pool area.

Picnicking Amenities At Westmoreland State Park

Swimming Pool

The park offers a large guarded swimming pool with diving boards, slides, and a shallow pool for small children. Next to the pool is the snack shack where visitors may buy burgers, fries, pizza, sodas etc in addition to wristbands to access the pool.The pool is open from Memorial Day through Labor Day. In the summer, swimming is free for overnight guests in campsites, cabins and the lodge, however it cannot be guaranteed should circumstances beyond the park's control require that swimming be closed. We do not give refunds for swimming to overnight guests under any circumstances.

Season/Hours: Memorial Day to Labor Day/Call Park (804) 493-8821
Fee: Park Fees
Location:38° 10.3366 -76° 52.5049

Camp Store

The Camp Store is located on the river close to the picnic area. Here visitors can purchase snacks, souvenirs, and last minute supplies including fishing bait and gasoline for motorboats (87). Visitors may also rent kayaks and paddle boats here.

Season/Hours: All Year/Call Park (804) 493-8821
Fee: Park Fees
Location:38° 10.3916 -76° 52.6600

Picnic Shelters

The park has two picnic shelters that may be rented. They are located north of the visitor center, just past the fort access. Both have electricity and shelter 4 has an outdoor fireplace and chimney. Shelter 1 is ADA accessable and located closest to a playground, restrooms, and the Indian Ridge Trail access.

Season/Hours: All Year/Full Day
Fee: Park Fees
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Other Activities At Westmoreland State Park: Boating and Water Sports, Camping, Educational Activities, Fishing, Gifts and Shopping, Hiking, Hunting, Swimming, Wildlife Activities and Canoeing And Kayaking

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Picnicking at Westmoreland State Park

(804) 493-8821

1650 State Park RoadMontross, VA 22520

Latitude: 38.161125

Longitude: -76.865002

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1650 State Park Road
Montross, VA 22520