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New Quarter Park

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Location
1000 Lakeshead Drive, Williamsburg

Size
545 acres

Admission
No park entrance fee; some activities and reservations have fees

Hours
Seasonal; check York County’s current schedule before visiting


Near Williamsburg, Virginia, New Quarter Park offers a change of pace from the area’s historic sites: wooded trails and meadows, recreation facilities, and a launch area beside tidal water. The 545-acre York County park has hiking and mountain-bike trails, an 18-hole disc golf course, picnic areas, playgrounds, sports courts and a floating fishing pier. There is no entrance fee, though disc golf, kayak rentals and some reservations may cost extra.[1]

The park’s appeal is both recreational and historical. Its setting includes mature woodland, meadows and tidal-creek habitat, while a marked Civil War history site interprets earthworks associated with the 1862 fighting around Williamsburg. Check the county’s current hours, weather notices and activity details before setting out; schedules vary by season and the gates may remain closed during inclement weather.[2][3]

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Why visit New Quarter Park?

New Quarter Park is a good choice for a half-day outdoors, whether you want a walk through wooded terrain, a round of disc golf, a picnic or time by the water. Its mix of natural areas and active recreation makes it useful for families and groups with different interests. Wildlife watchers can explore the park’s woodlands, meadows and tidal-creek environments; paddlers can use the launch facilities, and anglers can fish from the floating pier.[4][5]

It also offers a quieter way to encounter the history of the Williamsburg area. A county-described interpretive marker points to Confederate earthworks in the park area and explains their role in the 1862 campaign on the Virginia Peninsula.[6]

Start here

For a first visit, choose an activity before you arrive: walking, biking, disc golf, a picnic or time on the water. The county lists nine scenic overlooks along its hiking trails, mountain-bike trails and a multi-purpose path. Trail conditions and park access can change, so check York County’s park page for current notices and information before traveling.[7]

The park is at 1000 Lakeshead Drive. York County’s directions describe access from the Colonial Parkway and from Route 143 via Hubbard Lane; allow time to follow the local roads to the entrance. The park phone number is 757-890-5840.[8][9]

What to see and do

Walk the trails

Explore the park’s hiking trails and scenic overlooks on foot. Check the county’s current trail information and park status before visiting.



Ride a mountain bike

Mountain-bike trails provide an option for a more active outing. Confirm current trail access and conditions with York County.



Play disc golf

The park has an 18-hole disc golf course. The county lists a fee for play; check current rates and equipment information before your visit.



Spend time outdoors with kids

Playgrounds and open recreation areas make the park a flexible stop for families. Facilities may vary in availability.



Picnic or gather

Picnic areas include shelters, some of which are available for group reservation. Check the county’s reservation information for current fees and arrangements.



Visit the water’s edge

Use the park’s launch area for canoeing or kayaking, or fish from the floating pier. Check current rules, access and any applicable fees before heading out.


History and significance

The name “New Quarter” appears in a 1723 diary entry by Robert “King” Carter, who described the land as one of his “quarters,” or agricultural properties. York County says the 545-acre tract was formerly part of Camp Peary and was acquired in 1976 through the Federal Surplus Land Program. The county opened the park in 1984.[10]

The landscape also preserves evidence of the Civil War period. York County’s historic-resources material says the park-area marker interprets Confederate earthworks constructed to delay a Union advance toward Richmond; it also places the present-day park area within the Battle of Williamsburg in early May 1862. The marker connects the park’s wooded terrain to a wider military landscape across the peninsula.[11]

Planning a visit

  • **Hours:** From April 1 through October 31, the county lists daily opening at 8 a.m. and closing at dusk. From November 1 through March 31, the posted schedule is Friday from 10 a.m. to dusk and Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m. to dusk; the park is listed as closed Monday through Thursday. Hours may change, and the gates may remain locked during inclement weather. Confirm the current schedule before you go.[12]
  • **Admission and fees:** There is no park entrance fee. The county lists fees for disc golf, kayak rentals, the fire circle and some shelter reservations; confirm current prices and reservation requirements directly with the county.[13]
  • **Address and contact:** New Quarter Park, 1000 Lakeshead Drive, Williamsburg, VA 23185; 757-890-5840. Use the county’s directions and park-status information to plan your route and check for closures.[14]
  • **Pets and park rules:** Dogs must be kept under control on a physical leash, and owners must dispose of pet waste. The county lists swimming, overnight camping, alcohol and motorized boats among prohibited activities; check its current rules for the full list.[15]
  • **Fishing and paddling:** The park has a floating fishing pier and canoe- and kayak-launch access. Check current county guidance on fishing requirements, water conditions, launch access and rentals before going.[16]

Nearby attractions

Williamsburg
Explore the historic city and use it as a base for the wider Historic Triangle.



York County
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York River State Park
Another nearby outdoor destination, with river and coastal-plain landscapes.



Colonial Parkway
A scenic route connecting historic sites around Williamsburg, Jamestown and Yorktown.



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References

  1. ↑ New Quarter Park, York County, Virginia. Retrieved October 22, 2026.
  2. ↑ New Quarter Park, York County, Virginia. Retrieved October 22, 2026.
  3. ↑ Historic Resources, York County, Virginia, York County. Retrieved October 22, 2026.
  4. ↑ New Quarter Park, York County, Virginia. Retrieved October 22, 2026.
  5. ↑ New Quarter Park, Virginia Bird & Wildlife Trail, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources. Retrieved October 22, 2026.
  6. ↑ Historic Resources, York County, Virginia, York County. Retrieved October 22, 2026.
  7. ↑ New Quarter Park, York County, Virginia. Retrieved October 22, 2026.
  8. ↑ New Quarter Park, York County, Virginia. Retrieved October 22, 2026.
  9. ↑ Shelter Reservation Information, York County, Virginia, York County. Retrieved October 22, 2026.
  10. ↑ Frequently Asked Questions, York County, Virginia, York County. Retrieved October 22, 2026.
  11. ↑ Historic Resources, York County, Virginia, York County. Retrieved October 22, 2026.
  12. ↑ New Quarter Park, York County, Virginia. Retrieved October 22, 2026.
  13. ↑ New Quarter Park, York County, Virginia. Retrieved October 22, 2026.
  14. ↑ New Quarter Park, York County, Virginia. Retrieved October 22, 2026.
  15. ↑ New Quarter Park, York County, Virginia. Retrieved October 22, 2026.
  16. ↑ New Quarter Park, York County, Virginia. Retrieved October 22, 2026.
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