Parks in Damascus
Damascus Town Park
202 South Beaverdam Avenue
The Damascus Town Park is the primary gathering space in town and hosts the Appalachian Trail Days Festival, Independence Day Celebration, Beaver Dam Friday Jams, and more. Three trails pass through the park: the Appalachian Trail, Beaver Dam Creek Trail, and Virginia Creeper Trail. The Town Park is a popular spot for picnics, group events, and trail access.
Park Amenities: Gazebo/Stage, Playground, Picnic Areas, Creek Access, Damascus Veterans Memorial, Historic Caboose and Steam Engine, Demo AT Hiker Shelter, Bike-rack-friendly Parking, Restrooms
202 South Beaverdam Avenue
The Damascus Town Park is the primary gathering space in town and hosts the Appalachian Trail Days Festival, Independence Day Celebration, Beaver Dam Friday Jams, and more. Three trails pass through the park: the Appalachian Trail, Beaver Dam Creek Trail, and Virginia Creeper Trail. The Town Park is a popular spot for picnics, group events, and trail access.
Park Amenities: Gazebo/Stage, Playground, Picnic Areas, Creek Access, Damascus Veterans Memorial, Historic Caboose and Steam Engine, Demo AT Hiker Shelter, Bike-rack-friendly Parking, Restrooms
Laurel Creek Park
127 West Imboden Street
Laurel Creek Park, dedicated in memory of John P. Seymore, III, is an idyllic setting at the edge of downtown by Laurel Creek. It is the home of the Damascus Farmers Market, open weekly on Saturday mornings, 9am to 12pm. Access Laurel Creek Park from the Virginia Creeper Trail via the Laurel Creek Connector Trail.
Park Amenities: Stage, Pavilion, Benches, Creek Access, Parking, Restrooms
127 West Imboden Street
Laurel Creek Park, dedicated in memory of John P. Seymore, III, is an idyllic setting at the edge of downtown by Laurel Creek. It is the home of the Damascus Farmers Market, open weekly on Saturday mornings, 9am to 12pm. Access Laurel Creek Park from the Virginia Creeper Trail via the Laurel Creek Connector Trail.
Park Amenities: Stage, Pavilion, Benches, Creek Access, Parking, Restrooms
Damascus Dog Park
299 Whistlestop Road
The Damascus Dog Park, dedicated in honor of Jack McCrady, is the newest park in town. Phase One of development is nearly complete and the dog park features two large fenced-in areas for off-leash play. The Damascus Dog Park is volunteer-built and community-driven. The dog park is a tremendous asset for residents, visitors, and neighboring communities. Access the Damascus Dog Park from Whistlestop Road, off South Railroad Avenue, or from the Virginia Creeper Trail near Trestle 17.
Park Amenities: Dog Park, Benches, Creek Access, Parking
More park amenities coming soon!
299 Whistlestop Road
The Damascus Dog Park, dedicated in honor of Jack McCrady, is the newest park in town. Phase One of development is nearly complete and the dog park features two large fenced-in areas for off-leash play. The Damascus Dog Park is volunteer-built and community-driven. The dog park is a tremendous asset for residents, visitors, and neighboring communities. Access the Damascus Dog Park from Whistlestop Road, off South Railroad Avenue, or from the Virginia Creeper Trail near Trestle 17.
Park Amenities: Dog Park, Benches, Creek Access, Parking
More park amenities coming soon!
Creekside Park
Just north of the Town Park on the Virginia Creeper Trail
Creekside Park, dedicated in honor of Richard Smith, is a peaceful space to rest along the Virginia Creeper Trail and Laurel Creek. The park features benches and creek access. This park is bike-in and walk-in only; no parking.
Just north of the Town Park on the Virginia Creeper Trail
Creekside Park, dedicated in honor of Richard Smith, is a peaceful space to rest along the Virginia Creeper Trail and Laurel Creek. The park features benches and creek access. This park is bike-in and walk-in only; no parking.