Parks
Amherst County has always been
landscapes of the area. There are many various parks highlighted below that can provide
some of
The county maintains several parks in very attractive settings both in
and around
for both county residents and visitors.
Coolwell Park & Community Center- Monacan Park
- Riveredge Park & Community Center
- Mill Creek Lake Park
- Stonehouse Lake Park
- Thrashers Lake Park
Coolwell Park & Community Center Monacan Park
About The Trail:
Located on Coolwell Road, south of the Town of Amherst, this recreational park has a picnic area with grills, a picnic shelter, a play area for children, restrooms, lighted all-purpose fields (soccer, football, and softball), outdoor basketball courts, a nature trail and an outdoor amphitheater. The community center located in the park is available to civic organizations and school groups on a reservation basis. It is also available for rent to private individuals on a reservation (rental fee) basis. For additional information call the Recreation Department at 434-946-9371.
Monacan Park
Directions:
This park is located on the scenic and historic James River. The park offers a boat ramp and boat dock for access to the river, fishing benches, a covered picnic pavilion and picnic area, a play area for children and restroom facilities. It is located in the Elon area of the county. Directions: take Rt. 130 W. to Elon. Turn left on Monacan Park Rd. The park is located at the end of the Monacan Park Road.
Riveredge Park & Community Center
Directions:
Located at the base of Rocky Hill Road, on the James River, directly across from Downtown Lynchburg, this park, which overlooks the James River Fountain, offers boat and fishing access to the James River. The community center located in the park is available to civic organizations and school groups on a reservation basis. It is also available for rent to private individuals on a reservation (rental fee) basis. For additional information call the Recreation Department at 434-946-9371. .
Mill Creek Lake Park
Directions:
Located in the Temperance area of the county, this park is considered by many residents to be the most scenic with a clear view of Mt. Pleasant and is part of the Sleeping Giant Loop on the Virginia Birding and Wildlife Trail [www.dgif.virginia.gov ] Furthermore, this park is extremely popular with the fishermen! It rests on a
Stonehouse Lake Park
Directions:
Located in the Temperance area of the county, this park rests on a beautiful
Thrashers Lake Park
About The Trail:
Located in the Temperance area of the county, this park rests on an attractive
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[Please note that county code stipulates that consumption of alcoholic beverages is strictly prohibited on all county property.]
