Last fall Virginia State Parks became proud members of the Virginia Campground Association, working as a team in promoting camping in Virginia. This
My Favorite Trails – First Landing State Park
Many people take for granted the freedom to visit a Virginia State Park and wander through nature or hike a trail. When you are challenged by impaired
Volunteering on Martin Luther King Day
Across the state all of our Virginia State Parks commemorated Martin Luther King's Birthday by coordinating volunteer events, special programming,
Merit Badge Workshop Canceled at Claytor Lake State Park
Boy Scouts. Nature Merit Badge for Boy Scouts of America. Due to a schedule conflict the program is now canceled. We apologize for any
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Commemorates Sept 11 National Day of Service
September 11th National Day of Service and Remembrance. Seventeen individuals came out to help us clean our coves by canoe. By removing storm debris
Shenandoah River State Park to host Riverfest Aug. 10
Riverfest on Saturday, Aug. 10 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Riverfest in 2012 at Shenandoah River State Park Spend an exciting day along the Shenandoah
Great American Backyard Campout in Virginia State Parks
35 Virginia State Parks are ready with campouts, how to camp demonstrations, and a variety of fun in the outdoors programs. Camping is one of the
What a way to start the New Year!
Virginia State Parks are participating. A perfect holiday tradition for the whole family, a First Day Hike will help make a commitment to a
Help us determine the future of our lakefront swimming areas
Virginia State Parks is asking for our customers’ input on possible changes to swimming operations at our lakefront parks. The request for input