New Quarter Park
Rating
Family of 4
$0 for hiking/biking trails.
Duration
2–4 hours
Best Ages
5–17
About
New Quarter Park is one of York County's most scenic outdoor spaces, offering 557 acres of forested trails, mountain biking paths, and water access on Cub Creek near the York River. For families seeking genuine outdoor adventure near Williamsburg, this park delivers. Kids and teens can tackle beginner-to-intermediate mountain biking trails, hike through mature hardwood forest, and launch kayaks or canoes from the creek.
The park attracts birders, hikers, and cyclists who want to escape the tourist corridor. Trail access is free, and the natural setting feels worlds away from the theme parks and shopping just minutes down the road. A fantastic option for active families or those visiting with outdoorsy older kids.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Stroller-Friendly
Nursing / Changing
likely no
Kid Meals
snacks only
Setting
Rainy Day
Not ideal
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
Early morning on weekdays; spring and fall for ideal trail conditions
Wait Times
No wait — trail access is open
Nearby Food
Limited options near the park; pack food. Williamsburg dining is about 10–15 minutes away.
Why Kids Love It
New Quarter Park offers 557 acres of trails, creeks, and water access on the York River. Older kids and teens especially love the mountain biking trails, and families enjoy kayaking the creek. The park feels like a true wilderness escape minutes from Colonial Williamsburg.
Pro Tips from Parents
- The mountain biking trails range from beginner to intermediate — great for kids learning to ride.
- Bring binoculars for birding; the park sits along a migratory flyway.
- Canoe/kayak launch is on Cub Creek, not the York River main channel — calmer water for kids.
- Wear closed-toe shoes and long pants on trails; ticks are present.
What to Bring
- Bikes and helmets
- Water bottles and snacks
- Bug spray and sunscreen
- Kayak/canoe if you have one
- Tick repellent
- Trail map (download ahead — no cell service in some areas)
Cost Info
Estimated Cost (Family of 4)
$0 for hiking/biking trails.
Kayak/canoe rentals available seasonally (~$10–$15/hour per boat).
Tips to Save
- ["Trail access is free — no admission fee."
- ,"Bring your own kayaks or canoes to avoid rental cost."
- ,"Pack a picnic; there are no food vendors in the park."
Hours & Contact
Hours
- Friday
- 8AM-7PM
- Monday
- 8AM-7PM
- Sunday
- 8AM-7PM
- Tuesday
- 8AM-7PM
- Saturday
- 8AM-7PM
- Thursday
- 8AM-7PM
- Wednesday
- 8AM-7PM
