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Canoeing

Scattered throughout the area are State and National Parks, Lake Gaston, Kerr/Buggs Island Lake, Holliday Lake and Twin Lakes State Parks and the James and Appomattox Rivers, all of which are perfect destinations for canoeing and kayaking. Beautiful landscapes and natural wonders will accompany you on your aquatic journey through this historic section of Virginia.

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Appomattox River Trail

The Appomattox River is a popular destination for: •Bird-watching •Canoeing •Fishing •Whitewater...
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  • 804-861-1666
  • waustin@folar-va.org
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Appomattox River

Journey back into the 19th Century at Pamplin. One of the nation’s first rivers constitutes...
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  • 804-458-6164
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James River State Park

Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the park features rolling grasslands,...
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  • 434-933-8527
  • JamesRiver@dcr.virginia.gov
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Bear Creek Lake State Park

In the heart of the Cumberland State Forest of central Virginia, Bear Creek Lake is the...
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  • 804-492-4410
  • BearCreek@dcr.virginia.gov
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Paradise Lake Family Campground

Paradise Lake Family Campground is located in beautiful, Historic Appomattox County, Virginia....
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  • 434-993-3332
  • Paradiselakecamp@juno.com
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Lake Gaston

Lake Gaston’s shoreline reaches approximately 350 miles and covers 20,300 acres of water....
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  • 800-524-4347
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Sandy River Reservoir

Sandy River Reservoir is a 740-acre water supply impoundment located slightly east of...
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  • 434-392-8837
  • info@co.prince-edward.va.us
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Wilck's Lake

Wilck’s Lake Play Area is on West Third Street. The Play Area consists of many climbing...
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  • 434-392-5686
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Holliday Lake State Park

Holliday Lake is a paradise for the outdoor enthusiast. Fishing for largemouth bass, crappie...
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  • 434 248-6308
  • hollidaylake@dcr.virginia.gov
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Occoneechee State Park

On Buggs Island Lake, Occoneechee State Park is ideal for fishing, hunting, camping, hiking,...
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  • 434-374-2210
  • Occoneechee@dcr.virginia.gov
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Staunton River State Park

Staunton River offers families and outdoor enthusiasts 2,400-acres of woodlands, meadows...
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  • 434-572-3694
  • StauntonRiver@dcr.virginia.gov
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Twin Lakes State Park

In the heart of central Virginia, this 548-acre, historic park offers many cultural, environmental...
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  • 434-392-9027
  • TwinLakes@dcr.virginia.gov
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