Parks and Facilities
For general information, call (757)259-3760
| Bicentennial Park |
| College Landing Park |
| Highland Park Community Park |
| Kiwanis Municipal Park |
| Quarterpath Park |
| Redoubt Park |
| Waller Mill Park |
| Municipal Tennis Courts |
| Quarterpath Pool |
BICENTENNIAL PARK
This passive park is located near the National Center of State Courts on Court Street.
COLLEGE LANDING PARK
Located on South Henry Street, this passive park provides a lookout tower and a marsh walkway.
HIGHLAND PARK COMMUNITY PARK 
This 2-acre mini-park is located on North Henry Street in the Highland Park Community. This facility has playground equipment, a half-court basketball court and a picnic shelter with grills.
KIWANIS MUNICIPAL PARK 
Kiwanis Municipal Park is located on Longhill Road adjacent to James Blair Middle School. This 27-acre park provides two lighted ball fields for the Recreation Department’s youth coach pitch, slow pitch and fast pitch softball programs.
Numerous pieces of playground equipment accent the area for the youngsters. A shelter with picnic tables makes this a nice facility for a group of approximately 75 people. The shelter is first-come, first-serve.
Also at this facility are seven lighted all-weather tennis courts that are available to the public on a first-come, first-served basis, except when leagues or lessons are scheduled.
QUARTERPATH PARK (757) 259-3760 
Located on Quarterpath Road, off Route 60 East. This 23-acre facility includes three lighted softball fields; a 25-meter, 6- lane, z-shaped outdoor swimming pool; three all-weather tennis courts; playground equipment; and a picnic shelter that will accommodate approximately 75 people. The shelter is first-come, first-serve.
Quarterpath Park is also the site of the Quarterpath Recreation Center, a 35,000 square foot facility that was renovated in 2002. The Recreation Center houses offices for the recreation staff, an 18,000 sq. ft. double gymnasium, a 1,700 sq. ft. dance/aerobics room, two classrooms and a 1,900 sq. ft. multipurpose room. Various instructional classes, athletic programs for youth and adults, sports camps, and special events are held throughout the year at this facility.
The recreation offices are open 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. The Quarterpath Recreation Center is open 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturday, and 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Sunday.
REDOUBT PARK 
Redoubt Park, located on Quarterpath Road, was dedicated on May 5, 2007 to celebrate the 145th Anniversary of the Battle of Williamsburg. When Virginia left the Union on April 17, 1861, Southern leaders recognized that the Federal army could approach their capital at Richmond by way of Williamsburg. Benjamin Stoddard Ewell, a West Point graduate and president of the College of William & Mary, conceived the construction of the Williamsburg defensive line. During the summer of 1861, Confederate Army of the Peninsula commander General John Bankhead Magruder organized the construction of 14 redoubts between College and Queens creeks. The two redoubts, #1 and #2, preserved in Redoubt Park, were built by soldiers and slaves to guard Quarterpath Road and the right flank of the Williamsburg Line overlooking Tutters’ Mill Pond. On May 5, 1862, the Williamsburg Line was the scene of a terrific battle with over 3800 Union and Confederate casualties. This inconclusive engagement left the Union in control of the Virginia Peninsula. These fortifications remain a stark tribute to those who served, defining America’s future.
Park Dedication Video
(Windows Media Player)
WALLER MILL PARK (757) 259-3778 
Located on Airport Road (Rt. 645) between I-64 and Rt. 60 West. Waller Mill Park , the City's 2705-acre park situated around its reservoir, was opened to the public in July 1972. The 286-acre lake is open for fishing, boating, pedal boating, canoeing and kayaking with a tunnel connecting the upper and lower sections of the lake. Numerous picnic tables, four shelters, play fields, and playground equipment are nestled among the trees providing a scenic picnic area. The shelters can accommodate 25-150 people.
Hiking trails provide an interesting, picturesque walk with water and wooded views. A two-mile asphalt bike trail offers a scenic connection between Mooretown and Rochambeau Roads. A short hike from the park along the asphalt bike trail will bring you to the Lookout Tower , which offers a panoramic view of the water and woodlands.
In an effort to preserve the natural characteristics of the park feeding of wildlife is prohibited
Fees & Charges (PDF) - subject to change
Waller Mill Brochure (PDF)
Waller Mill Dog Park Brochure (PDF)
Facilities Request Form - Shelter Rentals (PDF)
2008 Hours of Operation: |
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| JANUARY 1 - MARCH 8 | 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
| MARCH 9 - MAY 31 | 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. |
| Memorial Day Weekend – Labor Day Weekend |
open at 6:00 a.m. – Weekends Only |
| JUNE 1 - SEPTEMBER 1 | 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. |
| SEPTEMBER 2 - 30 (after Labor Day) | 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. |
| OCTOBER 1 - NOVEMBER 1 | 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. |
| NOVEMBER 2 - DECEMBER 31 | 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m |
2008 SCHEDULED CLOSINGS |
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MUNICIPAL TENNIS COURTS
The Williamsburg Department of Parks and Recreation maintains 10 tennis courts within the city limits.
These courts are available to the public on a first-come, first-served basis, except when leagues or lessons are scheduled.
KIWANIS MUNICIPAL PARK
Seven lighted all-weather courts and an adjacent lighted rebound wall are located at Kiwanis Municipal Park. The lights are available on demand daily from dusk until 11:00 p.m., except during January and February. A switch on the pole closest to the access gate for each bank of courts allows players to turn on the lights for one hour. A warning light above the switch comes on with 10 minutes remaining in the hour. If players need additional time, the switch must be activated again within this 10 minute warning window. (See page 18 for tennis league information to determine times when courts may be less accessible, or call the Recreation Office at 259-3760.)
The tennis courts are located off of Ironbound Road behind the College of William and Mary's Dillard Complex dormitories.
Directions: Turn on Ironbound Road from Rt. 60, then turn right on Tennis Ct. and drive straight back to the parking area behind the first dormitory. The courts are located behind the parking area.
Located at 202 Quarterpath Road. The 25-meter, 6-lane, Z-shaped outdoor swimming pool is open to the public from the first weekend in June until the end of August. Hours of Operation: 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m., Daily.
SWIMMING LESSONS are held Monday through Thursday for two-week sessions. Classes are scheduled in the morning hours between 8:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Call (757) 259-3760 for registration information.