RECREATION...

Watermelon Park is the host and perfect place for a wide variety of activities including:

Riverside Camping

Fishing

Swimming

Water-Tubing, Canoeing, & Kayaking

Tube, canoe & kayak Rentals by the hour or rent all day. Float down the quiet Shenandaoh River for flat water tubing. The Shenandaoh River is known as the safest recreational rivers in Virginia. May thru October weather permitting. Shuttle service available. Two Routes Available:

LOCKES LANDING RUN:
The run takes approximately 2-4 hours depending on water levels and ends at WATERMELON PARK CAMP GROUND. A shuttle is available or transport yourself.

RT. 50 RUN:
This run is by appointment ONLY !! So call ahead. The run takes approximately 8 hours depending on water level and current. This is a 14 mile stretch class I (II) section of the SHENANDOAH RIVER and ends at WATERMELON PARK. Recommended age should be 18 years old.

TUBE RENTAL & SHUTTLE
TUBE RENTAL $ 10.00 + Tax for Four Hours
FLOATING COOLERS $ 10.00 + tax for Four Hours
SHUTTLE SERVICE: Mandatory Tip for Driver
Hours: MONDAY-SUNDAY 10:00 am- 3:00 PM
LAST RENTALS of the Day 3:00 pm

contact info-540 955-4803 If we are unavailable to answer just leave a message and we will return your call. If you need immediate information 703 447-8258 or E-mail us at bback059@aol.com

CANOE & KAYAK RENTAL & SHUTTLE
CANOES/KAYAKS $ 40.00 + tax PER DAY
SHUTTLE SERVICE: Mandatory Tip for Driver

Soccer

Frisbee

Football

Children's Playground (new!)

Picnic Areas

Music Festivals - visit www.shepherdsford.com for more info on live music at the park and in the area.

Family Reunions

Large Daily Reservation Areas for Church/Civic Groups, Weddings, and Parties

All located on the safest recreational rivers in Virginia! CLICK HERE for to view our FEES.