Pen Park

In addition to sweeping vistas of mountains and open rolling land in all directions, the park offers recreational opportunities for all ages. There are 8 tennis courts, a Little League baseball field with batting cage, volleyball court, 3 outdoor picnic shelters, and a playground with tot area for children ages 2-5 years old. There is the 18-hole Meadowcreek Golf Course with clubhouse and pro shop and an outdoor physical fitness course with 10 exercise stations winding through the natural setting toward the Rivanna River. There is a 1 1/2 mile long trail along the Rivanna river at the  end of the nature trail. Once you are inside the park:  To reach the picnic shelters, ball fields and fitness/nature trails, turn left before the tennis courts and proceed to the parking area.  The three picnic shelters will be on your left; the fitness and nature trails start between shelters 1 and 2.