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Leesylvania State Park


 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Leesylvania State Park
2001 Daniel K. Ludwig Drive
Woodbridge, 22191-4504




State Park Overview


Trails


Picnicking

Three large picnic shelters and an open area (Lees Landing) are available for rent. To reserve, call the Reservations Center at 1-800-933-PARK, in Richmond 225-3867. Per car parking fees are not covered in the rental (see "parking/admission" above). Shelters can be rented from 8 a.m. to dark (all day), or 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. or 3 p.m. to dark (half day). Please note the hour in between for half day rental times. A special use permit is required if you plan to use the shelter for something other than just picnickinge.g., a wedding, worship service or other such special event. That permit details how the shelter can be used and when. Once the shelter capacity is reached, guests beyond that number must be turned away by park staff.

Cancellation policy No refund within 14 days before reserved date. Before then, theres a cancellation fee.

Shelter 1, Freestone PointThe shelter, which is near the river and handicapped accessible, accommodates 100. It is about 225 feet from the nearest restroom, 400 feet from the parking lot and 100 feet from the river. Theres a large parking area near this shady shelter, which features a large grill, electricity and a water spigot.

Shelter 2, Fairfax LandingThis shelter, near the river, accommodates up to 100 and is ideal for kids and a favorite spot for weddings and receptions. Its near the playground and has level area for games. Its about 185 feet from a restroom, 140 feet from the parking lot and 103 feet from the river. It features a water spigot, a large grill and electricity.

Shelter 3, Potomac BeachThis shady shelter has a nice view of the river, which is only 135 feet away. Parking is about 100 feet away, with the nearest restroom about 300 feet away. This is the shelter nearest the sailboat parking lot. It features a water spigot, a large grill and electricity.

Shelter 4, Lees LandingThis shelter is round and has picnic tables with benches. Any use other than simple picnicking may require a special use permit and/or extra fees. Anyone planning to other such uses must call Leesylvania State Park to see if a special use permit is required. Special use permit applications are obtained by calling the park directly. Allow 30 days for the processing the application. Requests made fewer than 30 days in advance may not be honored.

This shelter accommodates up to 100 and has restrooms, water and electricity available. Available by reservation only, this shelter may not be used unless it has been rented. Parking is nearby, adjacent to the sailboat launch area. The shelter, which offers a splendid view of the Potomac River, is completely handicapped accessible. Consumption of alcoholic beverages is permitted in this area so long as the user has obtained necessary permits through the Alcohol Beverage Control Board. This is the parks only shelter that allows alcoholic beverages. As with all other park shelters, no amplified soundmusic or microphonesis permitted.

Weddings, receptions and any function beyond a standard picnic can be accommodated, but such functions require a special use permit and/or extra fees. The park issues special use permits. Guests planning such events should call the park before renting the shelter to see if a special use permit is required.


Boating

Boat launch This area features launching ramps, sailboat hoists and parking for 200 cars/trailers. A cartop launch area is located on Powells Creek for smaller boats such as canoes, kayaks, etc. The park store and gas dock are also located here. Motorboats are allowed. There are no restrictions on motor horsepower.

Overnight boating is allowed Friday and Saturday nights from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Call the park for details.


Swimming


Fishing and Hunting


History of the Area


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