Canoeing adventures in Williamsburg, Virginia

Chickahominy Riverfront Park is a campground, lodging, and park located at 1350 John Tyler Highway in Williamsburg, Virginia, United States. The park features over 80 campsites, including sites for large groups, with some offering scenic views of Gordon Creek. Campsites range from basic tent sites to full hookup sites for RVs, with 2 bathhouses available for campers to use. Campers can reserve sites up to 12 months in advance, with a 3-night minimum stay required for holiday weekends. Timberline Glamping Company also offers luxury glamping tents with amenities such as queen size beds, air conditioning, and a deck overlooking Gordon Creek. In addition to camping, the park offers a 290-foot lighted fishing pier, a catch-and-release pond, and a boat ramp for personal watercraft. Canoe and kayak rentals are available year-round. The park store sells a variety of supplies including snacks, bait and tackle, and camping gear. Storage options are available on a monthly basis for $100 a month.

Powhatan Creek Park and Blueway is a picturesque tourist attraction located at 1831 Jamestown Road in Williamsburg, Virginia, United States. This park is part of the Chesapeake Gateways Network and offers access to the James River at Jamestown Island, providing stunning views of Historic Jamestown. The park features a small non-motorized boat/canoe/kayak launch with gravel parking for up to 20 vehicles, as well as 5 observation/fishing piers. Visitors can enjoy fishing and boat launch access 24 hours a day. Powhatan Creek is known as the most biodiverse creek on the peninsula, with scenic views of tidal marshes and abundant wildlife. This 23-mile tributary of the James River passes through an area rich in history and environmental significance, having been used by the Powhatan Indian Confederacy for transportation and survival long before British settlement.