John H Kerr Old Picnic Area
This is a day-use picnic area only. Overnight camping is not permitted. The shelter is reservable through Recreation.gov. A $7 day-use fee applies. The area is behind a locked gate; contact the office or North Bend Park rangers for access.
Flood Watch issued July 22 at 11:36PM EDT until July 23 at 12:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of eastern, south central, and southeast Virginia, including the following areas, in eastern Virginia, Northampton. In south central Virginia, Brunswick, Lunenburg, Mecklenburg and Prince George (including Hopewell and Petersburg). In southeast Virginia, Greensville, Hampton/Poquoson, Isle of Wight, James City, Newport News, Southampton, Surry, Sussex and York. * WHEN...Through Thursday morning. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Showers and thunderstorms are expected to become more widespread overnight. An additional 1 to 3 inches of rain are possible with locally higher amounts. This is in addition to any rain that already fell, which was highest from east- central Virginia to the Virginia Eastern Shore. This will maintain a flood threat through the remainder of the night into the morning. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
The Old Picnic Area (OPA) is a day-use facility located at John H. Kerr Dam and Reservoir in Mecklenburg County, Virginia. Operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, this site is available for group reservations through Recreation.gov, making it suitable for weddings, family reunions, and other gatherings. The area includes a wooden shelter with electricity for small appliances, a water spigot, one vault toilet, and picnic tables. A paved parking lot and roadway provide easy access. The site is adjacent to a sandy beach area popular for fishing, with shade trees and a grassy area for activities. Note: This is strictly a day-use area. Overnight camping, alcohol, and hunting are not permitted. The facility is behind a locked gate; visitors with reservations must contact the office at (434) 738-6143 or stop at nearby North Bend Park to reach a ranger. A $7 day-use fee applies in addition to any shelter reservation cost. Dogs are allowed on a maximum 6-foot leash.
Directions
From Boydton, Virginia, take Highway 58 west for approximately 2 miles. Turn left onto Mays Chapel Road and continue for about 1 mile. The Old Picnic Area will be on your right, behind a locked gate. For access, contact the office at (434) 738-6143 or visit North Bend Park nearby to reach a ranger on duty.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $100 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| jhkerr@usace.army.mil | |
| Phone | +1 (434) 738-6143 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov |
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