Nestled in the heart of Cumberland State Forest in central Virginia, Bear Creek Lake is less than an hour west of Richmond and the perfect getaway for an outdoor enthusiast. Activities center on the 40-acre lake with a boat launch, fishing pier, boat rentals and swimming beach, as well as camping, picnicking, playgrounds, hiking and access to a 14-mile multi-use trail in the state forest popular with equestrians. From U.S. 60 at Cumberland Courthouse, north on Route 622 and then west on Route 629.