On January 14th, Leesylvania State Park held an event to make care packages for soldiers to show our appreciation for all that they do. We had 35
Central Virginia State Parks Hosting MLK Day of Service Projects
On Monday, January 16th the nation will come together to remember the slain civil rights leader, Martin Luther King. Monday has also been declared a
Pick A Paddle
Many park visitors enjoy calm ponds and lakes with a paddle boat. Others prefer outboard engines or jet skis for fun on the water. Our parks offer a
Green versus Black Friday
Many start their Christmas season shopping Black Friday deals. What if there were another option? Why not skip the crowds and head to a Virginia
A paddling good time
Nearly all of our Virginia State Parks are on some body of water and that means great paddling opportunities. Many parks offer rental canoes, kayaks,
Winter Camping in Virginia State Parks
It's Virginia. Winter is not necessarily snow drifts and freezing temperatures. We often have delightful weather in December, January and
State Parks Director Visits Virginia This Morning
Joe Elton, WTVR CBS 6 "Virginia This Morning" show in Richmond area. The feature segment focused on the many opportunities at our parks for
New River Trail State Park Canoe Adventure Campout
Join Park Rangers for a two day canoeing adventure campout down the river from July 30 at 10 a.m. to July 31 at noon. Come out for the Canoe
Celebrate our 75th Anniversary at Southwest Virginia Museum
Join us at the 75th Anniversary of Virginia’s State Parks. The Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park Begin your celebration with