Twin Lakes State Park

Twin Lakes State Park is a state park in central Virginia with two connected lakes: Prince Edward Lake at 36 acres and Goodwin Lake at 15 acres. The 548-acre property offers hiking trails, boat rentals, and eleven climate-controlled cabins available year-round.

During the Great Depression, the federal government established two separate recreational areas in 1939 on land purchased from local farmers. The areas merged into a unified park in 1950 following a legal resolution.

The park grew from a legal battle over access to state recreational facilities and marks an important moment in Virginia's social progress. Visitors experience this history through the way the place welcomes everyone equally today.

The park offers six miles of hiking trails plus boat rentals and fishing for largemouth bass and catfish throughout the year. Visitors should know that the cabins are fully climate-controlled and the grounds remain accessible even in winter.

The Cedar Crest Conference Center overlooks Prince Edward Lake and connects to an 8-mile trail system in the neighboring Prince Edward-Gallion State Forest. This connection lets visitors extend their experience beyond the park boundaries.

Location: Virginia

Website: https://dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/twin-lakes

GPS coordinates: 37.17390,-78.27360

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:04