Recreation area

Historic Jamestowne

Colonial National Historical Park · Yorktown · Virginia — managed by National Park Service

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

The Historic Jamestowne Visitor Center is open. The Historic Jamestowne ENTRANCE GATE opens 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. daily. Historic Jamestowne Gift Shop is open 9 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. daily. Glasshouse is open 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Getting there

FROM INTERSTATE 64 (I-64) When traveling east or west on I-64 take exit 242A . To reach Historic Jamestowne from the east take Interstate 64 West to the intersection of Route 199 West, Exit 242A. Follow 199 West to the Colonial Parkway, then follow the signs to Historic Jamestowne. From the west: Take Interstate 64 East to Route 199 West, Exit 242A. Follow 199 West to the Colonial Parkway, then follow the signs to Historic Jamestowne. FROM WILLIAMSBURG Take Colonial Parkway 9 miles south to the Historic Jam

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.