Seven Bends State Park
- Status
- Open (per official listing)Daily 6 a.m. – sunset
- Entrance fee
- $5 per vehicleAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Statewide rule — see below
- Camping
- Yes
- Official site
- dcr.virginia.gov(540) 630-4718
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 1
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Partial trail closure on the western portion of Kestrel Dell for renovations. Please see posted signage at trailheads or call 540-630-4718 for more information.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Overview
Covering about 1,065 acres, Seven Bends State Park lies in Shenandoah County, in Woodstock.
The park supports canoeing and kayaking, boating, biking, hiking, and picnicking. The official site lists about 12 miles of trails. Water access includes a boat ramp and boat or kayak rentals.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Daily | 6 a.m. – sunset | — |
Official wording
6 a.m. to dusk (30 minutes after sunset)
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/New York).
Pets
'Pets are welcome in most outdoor areas of our parks.' 'Leashes may be no longer than 6 feet.' 'Pets are not permitted in yurts.' 'There is a $20 additional nightly charge per pet for cabin stays. There is no additional charge for pets in campgrounds.'
Statewide rule from Virginia's park system (source). This park’s page doesn’t state its own pet rules, so check for local restrictions.
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Passenger Vehicle Parking and Admission Fees – Standard | $5 |
| Passenger Vehicle Parking and Admission Fees – Weekends (Apr–Oct*) | $5 |
| Boat Launch and Equestrian Fees – In addition to Daily Parking Fee Year-Round Per Trailer – Boat | $3 · day |
| High Occupancy Vehicle and Bus Parking and Admission Fees – HOV 9–15 passengers Standard | $13 |
| High Occupancy Vehicle and Bus Parking and Admission Fees – HOV 9–15 passengers Weekends Apr–Oct* | $13 |
| High Occupancy Vehicle and Bus Parking and Admission Fees – Buses 16 or more Year-Round | $30 |
Official wording
Passenger Vehicle Parking and Admission Fees – Standard: $5 Passenger Vehicle Parking and Admission Fees – Weekends (Apr–Oct*): $5 Boat Launch and Equestrian Fees – In addition to Daily Parking Fee Year-Round Per Trailer – Boat: $3 High Occupancy Vehicle and Bus Parking and Admission Fees – HOV 9–15 passengers Standard: $13 High Occupancy Vehicle and Bus Parking and Admission Fees – HOV 9–15 passengers Weekends Apr–Oct*: $13 High Occupancy Vehicle and Bus Parking and Admission Fees – Buses 16 or more Year-Round: $30
Virginia park passes
- Naturally Yours Passport — $85. Parking and admission for 12 months to all State Parks (admission for up to 4 at Natural Bridge and Southwest Virginia Museum) Details
- Senior Naturally Yours Passport — $40. Parking and admission for 12 months, age 62+ Details
- Naturally Yours Passport for Boaters/Equestrians — $180. Parking plus boat-launch / horse-trailer fees for 12 months Details
- Senior Naturally Yours Passport for Boaters/Equestrians — $145. As above, age 62+ Details
From the Virginia state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- Virginia State Parks reservation system (reservevaparks.com)
- Phone
- 800-933-7275
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Camping
OVERNIGHT FACILITIES
No cabins or camping.
For information on the availability of other parks' overnight accommodations, particular park amenities or to make a reservation, you can reserve online or call 1-800-933-PARK (7275). Click here for park fees.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
BikingBoatingCanoeing and kayakingHikingPicnicking
Trails
The park offers 12 miles of hiking/biking trails, with just over two miles of trail along the “seven bends” of the North Fork of the Shenandoah River. The remaining trails take you on the western slope of Powell Mountain, part of the Massanutten Mountain Range.
The River to Ridgetop project, made possible by a 2022 Recreational Trails Program Grant awarded to the Shenandoah Valley Bicycle Coalition, enhanced connectivity between Seven Bends State Park and the George Washington and Jefferson National Forest. 3.3 miles of new singletrack and gravel trail, plus a strengthened connection to the United States Forest Service Massanutten Trail, were completed in June of 2026.
The North Fork Trails Connectivity project, funded by a separate grant awarded in 2026, will build upon the first project by adding up to four miles of new trail, including a fully accessible loop and a second link to the Massanutten Mountain National Recreation Trail. It is expected to be completed around late 2028.
Swimming
There are no designated swimming areas. Swimming is hazardous because of swift currents, sudden drop-offs and unseen obstructions.
Boating, paddling and fishing
The ‘seven bends’ section of the North Fork of the Shenandoah River features unique geology and landscape that promotes productive fishing and provides pleasant scenery for floating. The river is relatively small and shallow making it accessible to wade angling. The most sought after fish on the North Fork is the smallmouth bass. Other sportfish species include sunfish, fallfish, largemouth bass, and muskellunge. A Virginia freshwater fishing license is required.
Car-top boat launches suitable for canoes and kayaks are located at both access sites of Seven Bends State Park. The two launches are approximately 3 river miles apart and generally take 1-2 hours to float depending on conditions.
Kayak Rentals – The park offers “contactless” kayak rentals at the Hollingsworth Access. Park guests can reserve a kayak in a similar fashion to reserving a cabin or campsite by visiting the reservations page found here - reservevaparks.com/Web/#!park/41. You can only reserve a kayak one week in advance. Learn more about reserving a kayak - click here for frequently asked questions.
A state fishing license is usually required.
Amenities
Facilities
- Picnic areas
- Parking
Water
- Boat ramp
- Boat, canoe or kayak rentals
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Accessibility
The picnic shelter and picnic pads are accessible via crushed stone paths and have wheelchair-accessible picnic tables. Day-use restrooms are also accessible.
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Getting there
- Address
- 2111 South Hollingsworth Road
Woodstock, VA 22664 - Nearest town
- Woodstock
- Coordinates
- 38.8548, -78.4904
- Phone
- (540) 630-4718
- sevenbends@dcr.virginia.gov
Google Maps directionsApple MapsOfficial park map (PDF)
Directions from the park
The park is in east-central Shenandoah County, a few miles from Historic Downtown Woodstock. It’s about 35 miles southwest of Winchester and 40 miles northeast of Harrisonburg. The park has two access sites. For the south site, take Exit 283 off of I-81 for Woodstock, then go east on VA-42, W. Reservoir Road. Turn right onto S. Hollingsworth Road and remain on it for 1 mile. For the north site, take Exit 283 off of I-81 for Woodstock, then go east on VA-42, W. Reservoir Road. Turn left onto S. Water Street, turn right onto Hollingsworth Road, then turn right onto on Lupton Road and remain on it for .7 mi. Hollingsworth Access Address - 2111 S. Hollingsworth Rd. Woodstock, VA 22664 Lupton Access Address - 1191 Lupton Rd. Woodstock, VA 22664 NOTE – S. Hollingsworth Rd. and Lupton Rd. are both "local roads" as classified by VDOT. They are not lined roads and both contain a single lane low water bridge crossing. Consideration should be taken prior to bringing large vehicles or trailers.
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Virginia State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026; page says updated Oct 23, 2026
- Virginia State Parks 'Find a park' list (HTML, one 'Name (CODE)' link per park)
- Wikidata
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. No change has been detected since this page was first published. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology