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Following the shoreline of Lake Maury is the five-mile Noland Trail.
With significant financial support from the Noland Family, the trail
has fourteen bridges, picnic areas, benches, handicap access, and mile
markers. Each fall The Mariners' Museum hosts a 10K run on the
Noland Trail.
The Mariners’ Museum Park is open daily to the public. Benches at approximately every half-mile offer places of rest along the trail, and views of Lake Maury can be found around every corner. Lake Maury is currently closed to all fishing and boating.
The famous Lion’s Bridge, a dam that provides a breathtaking view of the James River, remains a highlight for visitors – a perfect family gathering place to enjoy the Museum Park. The beauty of the dam is enhanced by several fine pieces of statuary designed by Anna Hyatt Huntington, sculptor and wife of Museum founder Archer Milton Huntington. Four stone lions were mounted on the ends of the parapets of the dam in October 1932. Anna also created and dedicated a monument entitled Conquering the Wild that overlooks the Lion’s Bridge, the park, and Lake Maury.
Lake and Park Rules for Your Safety and Convenience
Museum Maintenance and Protection Services staff members are in the park at various times. Feel free to seek them out if you have questions or need assistance. The following rules were established to protect both the lake and park environments, and to help keep our pleasant, family atmosphere.
1. Motorcycles, bicycles, and trail bikes are not permitted on The Noland Trail.
2. For the comfort of all park visitors and the protection of wildlife, dogs must be on leashes at all times. Please be sure to clean up after your pet.
3. Do not litter. Trash cans are located throughout the park for the convenience of visitors.
4. For the safety of visitors and for environmental reasons, no fires of any kind are permitted.
5. Swimming and wading in the lake are not permitted.
6. Visitors are expected to observe all applicable Museum, city, state, and federal rules, regulations, and laws.
Paddleboats
Enjoy the scenic Lake Maury from one of our unique paddle boats. A gondola, dragon, or a pirate ship are among the many to choose from.
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Prices are:
Adults
$7.50/hour
$5/half hour |
Children
$4.50/hour
$3/half hour |
(Prices per person. Members save $1)
Boats can be rented within the Museum Shop. |
Park Rental
Portions of The Mariners' Museum
Park are available for special events.
For rental and reservation information,
please call (757) 591-7722.
The Ongoing Restoration of the Devastation Caused by Hurricane Isabel
Learn how you can
help with the clean up.
Annual 10K on the Noland Trail
Join The Mariners’ Museum for its 10K on the Noland Trail held every October. Proceeds from the 10K (6.2 miles) run support park maintenance. Approximately 300 runners from Hampton Roads race on the Noland Trail, enjoying dramatic views of Lake Maury and the surrounding park. For more information or to register for this race, email pr@mariner.org or call (757) 591-7739.
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