Hello All,

We are excited that we have now entered Phase 1 of "Forward Virginia"! Our parks remain open but with social distancing and small groups of ten (10) or less.  If your favorite park is too crowded maybe it is time to explore one of our other great outdoor spots. 

Yorktown Fishing Pier is now open. 

Starting today, you can reserve kayaks for May 18 through May 30.  We will be offering kayak rentals at Back Creek Park and New Quarter Park by pre-paid reservations.  You may do this no later than 48 hours before you would like to come.  To reserve, please visit www.yorkcounty.gov/parksandrec and click the purple "Register Online Here!" button.  If you do not have an account with us you will need to create one by following the directions on that page.  Once you have created/logged in, you may choose Kayaking from the list on the left, choose your date/time and add to cart.  You will receive a receipt emailed to you with information about your reservation. 

Beaches, playgrounds, and basketball courts remain closed. 

At New Quarter Park, please remember : 

• Staff on duty will open the park and restrooms, but the park office will not be open to the public.
• Playgrounds and basketball courts are closed.
• The disc golf course is still open and is free of charge to play during this time period.
• With the office closed, be sure to bring plenty of water with you.
• The water from faucets and spigots is non-potable (untreated) and not safe to drink. 

Patrons may still call the park office at 757-890-5840 or the staff cellphone (please do not text) at 757-812-5589 during park hours. 
 
Please stay safe and see you at the park, 
Michael Wilcox
Recreation Supervisor I

NOTE:  For weather related cancellations, please call our RainoutLine at 757-890-3501 and use extension 35 for events, extension 34 for the disc golf course, or extension 33 for trails at New Quarter Park. You may also visit our RainoutLine webpage.