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1. How do I find out about field closings?

Parks & Recreation staff updates the field closing hotline on weekdays by 3 p.m. After this time and on weekends, cancellation is up to league officials. The hotline number is 757-259-3237.

2. Do I need to wear a helmet to use the Skate Park?

Yes, helmets are required.

3. What kinds of fish are being caught?

You can call Chickahominy Riverfront Park at 757-258-5020 or Little Creek Reservoir Park at 757-566-1702 to get the latest reports.

4. Where are the County trails located?

Hiking trails are located at:

• Freedom Park
• Greensprings Interpretive Trail
• Warhill Sports Complex

Mountain bike trails are located at:

• Freedom Park
• Upper County Park

There are walking trails at:

• James City County Recreation Center
• Veterans Park
• Powhatan Creek Access Park

View parks and trails in our Facilities section.

5. How can I get a trail map?

Parks with trails have a mailbox on site containing maps. You can also find trail maps online on the park web pages.

6. Do you have a dog park?

The Waller Mill Dog Park is located in the City of Williamsburg. It is operated by Williamsburg Parks & Recreation and is jointly funded by Williamsburg and James City. It is available to all Williamsburg and James City County residents.

Waller Mill Dog Park

7. Does my dog have to be on a leash?

All dogs in county parks must be leashed. No dogs are allowed within 50 feet of ball fields or playgrounds. Waller Mill Dog Park is an off-leash area. Waller Mill Dog Park

8. Where is Kidsburg?

Kidsburg is located in Veterans Park at 3793 Ironbound Road. Mid County Park

9. Which county parks offer fishing?

Boat and pier fishing is available at:
- Chickahominy Riverfront Park
- Little Creek Reservoir Park
- Powhatan Creek Park

Bank fishing is available at Jamestown Beach Event Park. Only boat fishing is permitted at Brickyard Landing and Diascund Reservoir. View parks in our Facilities section.

10. Which county parks have a launch for my fishing boat?

Boat ramps are available at:
- Brickyard Landing
- Chickahominy Riverfront Park
- Diascund Reservoir Park (electric motors only)
- Little Creek Reservoir Park (electric motors only)

Canoes, kayaks, and of small boats can be launched at these as well as Powhatan Creek Park and Jamestown Beach Event Park.

11. Where can I play basketball?

Outdoor basketball courts are available at Warhill Sports Complex, the Abram Frink Jr. Community Center and Veterans Park (with lights). Indoor basketball courts can be found at Ironbound Park, Chickahominy River Park, and Upper County Park.

12. Where can I play tennis?

Tennis courts are available at the Abram Frink Jr. Community Center and Veterans Park (with lights).

13. Where can I host an outdoor special event?

Special event space is available at Chickahominy Riverfront Park and Jamestown Beach Event Park.

14. What is WISC?

The Williamsburg Indoor Sports Complex is a privately owned and maintained indoor sports center. WISC is located in Warhill Sports Complex, where it leases space from James City County. Call 757-253-1947 for more information. Warhill Sports Complex