Bear Creek Lake State Park Campground Description

Nestled in the heart of Cumberland State Forest in central Virginia's Cumberland County, Bear Creek Lake State Park offers the amenities of the larger parks without the crowds. Activities revolve around the 40 acre lake with a boat launch, swimming beach, lakeside picnicking, cabins, camping and hiking trails. Only non-gasoline powered boats are allowed on Bear Creek Lake. The park is surrounded by the 16,000 acre Cumberland State Forest, which provides opportunities for a wide range of outdoor activities. Four small lakes in the state forest are managed by the Department of Game and Inland Fisheries for recreational fishing. A network of gated and non-gated forest roads provides hiking, mountain biking and nature observation. Size: 326.4 acres; Lake Size: 40 acres

Bear Creek Lake State Park Campground Services

Within Facility, 30 Amp Service, Beach Area, Boat Launch, Boat Rental, Cabins, Camping, Comfort Station, Conference Center, Dump Station, Facilities for the Disabled, Family Lodge, Fishing, Freshwater, Gift/Souvenir Shop, Group Camping, Hiking Trail, Lake, Picnic Shelters, Picnicking, Playground, Programs, Ranger Station, Restrooms, Showers, Showers - Hot, Snack Bar, Swimming - Lake, Trails - Bridle, Trails, Bicycle

Bear Creek Lake State Park Campground Alerts

Notice for CampersLEAVE YOUR FIREWOOD AT HOME!!A firewood quarantine has been established for the following localities: counties of Arlington, Fairfax, Fauquier, Louden, and Prince William; and the entire cities of Alexandria, Fairfax City, Falls Church, Manassas, and Manassas Park. It is unlawful to transport firewood from these localities. In general, firewood can harbor insect pests under the bark and in the wood. The transport of infested firewood has been identified as a leading cause in the introduction of harmful forest insects into un-infested forest areas. Help us keep our state parks pest free by leaving your firewood at home.

Bear Creek Lake State Park Campground Directions

Bear Creek Lake State Park 22 BEAR CREEK LAKE ROAD Cumberland VA 23040-9518 The park is about 4.5 miles northwest of the town of Cumberland. From U.S. Route 60, go west on Route 622 and south on Route 629 to the park entrance.