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ATHLETIC FACILITIES GUIDE 1
ACADEMY CENTER OF THE ARTS
APPOMATTOX COURT HOUSE NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK LYNCHBURG MUSEUM & MONUMENT TERRACE
NATIONAL D-DAY MEMORIAL
OLD CITY CEMETERY MUSEUMS & ARBORETUM
LIBERTY MOUNTAIN SNOWFLEX CENTRE
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ANNE SPENCER HOUSE & GARDEN
TABLE OF CONTENTS City Stadium............................................ 4-5
Peaksview Park....................................... 6-7
Miller Park................................................ 8-9
Blackwater Creek Trail................................ 10
Blackwater Creek Athletic Area....................11
Ivy Creek Park.............................................. 12
Riverside Park ............................................. 13
City Armory..................................................14
Sandusky Park............................................. 15
Riverfront Park.................................. 16-17
Park Amenities at a Glance.............. 18-19
Within these pages you will be introduced to the many City owned athletic facilities located in Lynchburg, Virginia. Lynchburg, Virginia is nestled at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountain range along the historic James River. A city of 50 square miles, it is located near the geographic center of the state and is a vibrant central city with a strong sense of community and economic opportunity. The City’s lodging, dining entertainment amenities, and athletic facilities, coupled with the state of the art athletic facilities at many of our local colleges and universities, make us an ideal venue for many sporting events. Your event attendees will be able to discover celebrated historic places, diverse local cuisine, and unique shops as Lynchburg is the perfect place to stay while exploring nearby attractions such as the Lynchburg Museum, the National D-Day Memorial, Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest, the Blue Ridge Parkway, Appomattox Court House National Historical Park, American Civil War Museum, and the award winning Amazement Square Hands-On Museum. From hiking and biking trails, to snowboarding, to arts and architecture, from history to gardens, there is so much to experience and savor during your visit with us. Home of the Virginia 10-Miler since 1974, Virginia Commonwealth Games at Liberty University and the 2019 State Games of America just to name a few, Lynchburg, Virginia has proven to be a sports destination worth exploring! For more information about our City sports facilities, as well as other state of the art facilities in our area, please give me a call to assist you in having your next event in Lynchburg, Virginia! Lisa Meriwether Tourism Sales Manager Office of Economic Development and Tourism
City of Lynchburg Map.................... 20-21
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CITY STADIUM 3 1 76 FO RT AV E N U E SEATING CAPACITY Football - 9,000 Baseball - 4,000 SEATING TYPE Baseball - Metal Bleachers & Plastic Chairs with Backs Football - Metal Bleachers PARKING TYPE On-site Parking Lot # OF PARKING SPACES 900 PLAYING SURFACE Baseball - Natural Grass Football - Artificial Turf SPORTS OFFERINGS Multipurpose field includes: Football Lacrosse Rugby Soccer
Baseball stadium usage dependent on Lynchburg Hillcats schedule FEATURES Concessions Digital ScoreboardFootball & Baseball Locker Rooms PA System Press Box Scoreboard Ticket Gates
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The Lynchburg City Stadium complex is a wonderful venue for businesses, sports teams and event planners looking for a centrally located, large space. The Complex hosts a baseball and football field with bleachers seating audiences of up to 9,000. The facility includes two press boxes as well as scoreboard, natural turf grass field and gravel track. With lots of parking and attractive, newly renovated facilities the Lynchburg City Stadium Complex is a great place for team practices and games, large company picnics and other events. In addition, the Stadium lawn can be used as an event space for up to 5,000 people.
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PEAKS VIEW BLACKWATER PARK CREEK TRAIL 1202 ARDMORE DRIVE 1700 LANGHORNE ROAD SEATING CAPACITY N/A SEATING TYPE Bleachers N/A - Metal PARKING TYPE On-site Parking parking Lots lot # OF PARKING SPACES 444 N/A (3 parking lots)
Peaks View Park is the second largest park in Lynchburg, and offers both passive and active recreation. The park has four lighted tennis courts, seven multi-purpose fields for soccer, football, softball, baseball and Ultimate Frisbee, as well as a basketball court, mountain bike trails and a disc golf course.
PLAYING SURFACE Paved Basketball trail(1) - Concrete Multi-purpose Fields: SPORTS OFFERINGS Jogging Grass (4) Walking Baseball/Softball Biking Fields (7) Grass - dirt FEATURES infield Three mile paved Paved and Dirt Trails trail intersected at Tennis Courts (4) various points with Concrete earthen trails SPORTS OFFERINGS Baseball/Softball Basketball Disc Golf - 18 Holes Fishing Football Lacrosse/Field Hockey 2 Fields Mountain Biking/ Trail Run: Easy Trails (6) Moderate Trails (5) Difficult Trails (3) Rugby - 2 Fields Soccer - 3 Fields Tennis Walking/Jogging FEATURES Playgrounds (2) Picnic Shelters Concessions Scoreboard
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MILLER PARK 2100 PARK AVENUE 1700 LANGHORNE ROAD SEATING CAPACITY N/A SEATING TYPE Bleachers N/A - Metal PARKING TYPE On-site Parking parking Lot lot # OF PARKING SPACES 100+ N/A PLAYING SURFACE Paved Baseballtrail- Grass/Dirt SPORTS OFFERINGS Basketball Jogging - Concrete Paved WalkingTrails Pool Biking- Olympic Size SPORTS OFFERINGS FEATURES Baseball/Softball Three mile paved -3 fields trail intersected at Basketball various points Horseshoe Pit with earthen trails Swimming Swim Lessons Walking FEATURES Playground Picnic shelters (2) Aviary Building Concessions (Pool)
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Miller Park has almost 30 acres and includes two picnic shelters, as well as the historic Aviary, which can be used for weddings, parties, and other events. The grounds hold a baseball/softball field, basketball court and horseshoe pit. The Miller Park Pool is an eight lane outdoor pool available for swim meets.
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BLACKWATER CREEK TRAIL 1700 LANGHORNE ROAD SEATING CAPACITY N/A SEATING TYPE N/A PARKING TYPE On-site Parking Lot # OF PARKING SPACES N/A PLAYING SURFACE Paved and Dirt Trails SPORTS OFFERINGS Biking Jogging Mountain Biking Walking FEATURES Three mile paved trail intersected at various points with dirt trails
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The Blackwater Creek Trail is one of the most popular trails in the City of Lynchburg. Following the winding Blackwater Creek and built on an abandoned railway bed, this 3-mile paved trail is perfect for jogging, walking, and biking and connects to the entire Jefferson Heritage Trail system which snakes throughout the city.
This park has a little bit of everything, including Phase I of the only off-leash dog area in Lynchburg! The park also includes a connection to the Creekside Trail, which leads to the Blackwater Creek Natural Area, restrooms, and a multi-purpose lighted field that accommodates football, lacrosse, rugby or soccer.
BLACKWATER CREEK ATHLETIC AREA 515 MONTICELLO AVENUE SEATING CAPACITY N/A SEATING TYPE Bleachers - Concrete PARKING TYPE On-site Parking Lot # OF PARKING SPACES 50 PLAYING SURFACE Multi-Purpose Field - Grass SPORTS OFFERINGS Football Lacrosse Rugby Soccer FEATURES Off-leash Dog Park Picnic Shelter
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IVY CREEK PARK 118 CLEMMONS 1700 LANGHORNE LAKE PLACE ROAD SEATING CAPACITY N/A SEATING TYPE N/A PARKING TYPE On-site Parking Lot # OF PARKING SPACES 18 PLAYING SURFACE Grass SPORTS OFFERINGS Canoeing & Kayaking Fishing Walking Jogging FEATURES Lake Canoe & Kayak Rentals Fishing Access Multi-Use and ADA Compliant Trails Picnic Area Play Area
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Ivy Creek Park is a green oasis that includes the six-acre Clemmons Lake, multi-use trails, picnic and play areas, as well as an auxiliary site for the naturalists of the Nature Zone and some of their aquatically-inclined reptiles and amphibians. Canoe or kayak on the lake or take in some fishing while enjoying the serene surroundings.
RIVERSIDE PARK 2238 RIVERMONT AVENUE SEATING CAPACITY N/A
The second oldest park in Lynchburg, Riverside Park has over 49 acres of rolling parkland with lovely stands of trees and walking trails that provide views of the wooded hillsides and the river beyond. The park has wonderful views of the James River from the Overlook and along the Alpine Trail, which was the first dedicated hiking trail in Lynchburg. Active recreation opportunities include tennis and basketball, with extensive playground equipment for younger children located in the front of the park. The park also includes the sprayground, open seasonally.
SEATING TYPE N/A PARKING TYPE On-site Parking Lot # OF PARKING SPACES 117 PLAYING SURFACE Grass Basketball (1) - Concrete Paved Trail Dirt Trail Tennis Courts (3) Concrete SPORTS OFFERINGS Basketball Jogging Tennis Walking FEATURES Gazebo (1) Overlook Picnic Shelters (2) Playground Sprayground 13
CITY ARMORY 1219 MAIN STREET (CHURCH STREET ENTRY) SEATING CAPACITY 500 SEATING TYPE Bleachers - Wooden PARKING TYPE Street and Public Parking Lots # OF PARKING SPACES N/A PLAYING SURFACE Hardwood SPORTS OFFERINGS Indoor Basketball Dodgeball FEATURES Concessions Four Basketball Goals Kitchen Restrooms Scoreboard 14
Located above the Lynchburg Community Market, the Lynchburg City Armory is used by Lynchburg Parks and Recreation for court sports, including basketball and dodgeball. It is also used as a special event venue.
With over 21 acres of scenic parkland, Sandusky offers athletic fields, picnic area, and paved trail along the Blackwater Creek. The park features an eighteen hole disc golf course and fields for football, lacrosse, rugby and soccer.
SANDUSKY PARK 5805 RHONDA ROAD 1700 LANGHORNE ROAD SEATING CAPACITY N/A SEATING TYPE N/A PARKING TYPE On-site Parking Lot # OF PARKING SPACES 40 PLAYING SURFACE Grass Paved Trail Dirt Trail SPORTS OFFERINGS Disc Golf - 18 Holes Football Lacrosse Rugby Soccer FEATURES Picnic Area
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RIVERFRONT PARK 1100 JEFFERSON STREET SEATING CAPACITY 4,000 SEATING TYPE N/A PARKING TYPE Street and Public Parking Lots # OF PARKING SPACES N/A PLAYING SURFACE Grass Dirt / Gravel Trail FEATURES Boardwalks Rain Garden with Native Wildlife Plantings Stage Area for Events Zero Depth Aquatic Play Area
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Riverfront Park is located along the James River in downtown Lynchburg and includes a large open field suitable for festivals and other special events of up to 4,000 people. The zero depth aquatic area is a great place to play and cool down. The park is convenient to restaurants, Jefferson Heritage Trail system and other attractions.
Photo courtesy of: Academy Center of the Arts
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HOME OF THESE NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED SPORTS EVENTS: VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH GAMES AT LIBERTY UNIVERSITY
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VIRGINIA 10 MILER
STORMING OF THUNDER RIDGE 2019 STATE GAMES OF AMERICA
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LOCAL RESOURCES CAR RENTAL
AIRPORT INFORMATION
TRAIN SERVICE
Avis Lynchburg Regional Airport 434-239-9826 www.Avis.com
Lynchburg Regional Airport 350 Terminal Drive Lynchburg, VA 434-455-6090 www.LynchburgVA.gov/airport
Amtrak 825 Kemper Street Lynchburg, VA 434-847-8247 www.Amtrak.com
Budget Lynchburg Regional Airport 434-237-5626 www.Budget.com Enterprise Rent-A-Car 3913 Old Forest Road Lynchburg, VA 434-385-7511 www.Enterprise.com Hertz Lynchburg Regional Airport 434-237-6284 www.Hertz.com National Lynchburg Regional Airport 434-239-5785 www.nationalcar.com
American Airlines Lynchburg Regional Airport (800) 433-7300 www.aa.com BUS SERVICE Greater Lynchburg Transit Company (GLTC) 800 Kemper Street Lynchburg, VA 434-455-5080 www.GLTCOnline.com Greyhound Pick-up/Drop-off at GLTC Transfer Station 800 Kemper Street Lynchburg, VA 800-231-2222 www.Greyhound.com
LYNCHBURG VISITOR CENTER
216 12th Street Corner of 12th & Church St Lynchburg, VA 22
New York, NY - 446 mi Philadelphia, PA - 315 mi Baltimore, MD - 219 mi Columbia, SC Washington DC - 289 180 mi
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OFFICE OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM
900 Church Street Lynchburg, VA 434-485-7299 www.LynchburgVirginia.org
THOMAS JEFFERSON’S POPLAR FOREST LYNCHBURG COMMUNITY MARKET
INSIDE COVER BLANK? AMAZEMENT SQUARE JAMES RIVER ADVENTURES
AMERICAN CIVIL WAR MUSEUM
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TOURNAMENTS & COMPETITIONS HELD AT CITY FACILITIES State Games of America – Coming 2019! Virginia Commonwealth Games – 2016 to Present Virginia 10 Miler - 1974 to Present Storming of Thunder Ridge – 2010 to Present ASA Softball Got Game Softball USSSA Baseball Little League Baseball Flag Football Hill City Football Hill City Cheerleading Central Virginia United Soccer Blue Ridge Lacrosse Blackwater Rugby Ultimate Frisbee Disc Golf Kickball Cal Ripken Baseball Clinic USA Softball Clinic Tennis YMCA Long Course Swim Meet USA Softball Exhibition
LYNCHBURGVIRGINIA.ORG/SPORTS • (434) 455-4490