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1. Where are the new Parks and Recreation offices located?

York County Parks and Recreation is now located in Washington Square Shopping Center at 5338-G George Washington Memorial Highway. This new site offers a central location for the County’s citizens with ample parking. The new offices are located in the section of the shopping center adjacent to Grafton Station Lane. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 8:15 a.m. to 5 p.m. The phone number remains (757) 890-3500. Visitors to the new site will experience continued excellent customer service including assistance when registering for programs.

In addition to the Parks and Recreation move, the offices of York-Poquoson Virginia Cooperative Extension are moving next door and will officially open Tuesday, October 15. The office’s current location (100 County Drive) is open until Monday, October 7, when it will close for staff to pack up and move to Washington Square.

For more information about the Parks and Recreation new offices, please call (757) 890-3500; for Cooperative Extension, call (757) 890-4940. 

2. Can we get married on Yorktown Beach?

Yes, a wedding ceremony may be held on the Yorktown Beach, but a special event permit is required.  There is a two (2) hour limit and the are may not be blocked from public use.

Waterfront Use Permit (PDF).

3. Are dogs allowed at the McReynolds Athletic Complex (MAC)?

No dogs are allowed at the McReynolds Athletic Complex.  Service animals are allowed as long as they are on a leash at all times and are well behaved.

4. How long is the bike trail at New Quarter Park?

The mountain bike trail is 6.5 miles long.

Mountain Bike Trail Map (PDF)

5. How do I get information on upcoming events in Yorktown?

For event information, please visit VisitYorktown.org

County Tourism site.

6. Where does the name New Quarter come from?

In 1723, Robert “King” Carter owned the land. “New Quarter” was one of the “quarters of land” so named by him in his diary. The 545-acre tract, which had been a portion of Camp Peary, was acquired at no cost through the Federal Surplus Land Program in 1976. York County opened New Quarter Park in 1984.

7. I'm interested in reserving a field at the McReynolds Athletic Complex (MAC). Who do I contact?

To inquire about field rentals, contact the facilities coordinator at 757-890-3569.  McReynolds Athletic Complex

8. What phone number can I call to get updated information on the status of events scheduled in Riverwalk Landing in case of inclement weather?

Please call the Riverwalk Landing Events Weather Hotline at 757-890-3520.