Open fires are prohibited throughout the park from midnight to 4 p.m. through April 30 per the 4 p.m. Burning Law. This includes wood and charcoal. Gas is permissible. Campground fires are allowed during the restricted time if a camp host is on duty and signage to that effect is posted in the campground. Failure to observe the 4 p.m. Burning Law can result in a fine. Contact the Park Office for additional information.

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6 More Favorite Fall Camping Spots at Virginia State Parks

By Shellie AnnePosted September 24, 2020

Fall camping is the best, the parks are less crowded, the temperatures are cooling off and the scenery can't be beat. Let's explore some favorite camping spots at Virginia State Parks.

camping with friends at Pocahontas State Park

6 Favorite Fall Camping Spots at Virginia State Parks

By Shellie AnnePosted September 24, 2020

When the temperatures drop it signals the perfect time for camping in my book. If you're like me, we love to say bye bye to the heat of summer, the insect repellent and sunscreen.

Overlooking the dock and Lakeside Campground at Douthat State Park, va

Dear Virginia State Park Guests

By Guest BloggerPosted September 23, 2020

Ranger Rachel shares the joy of working for Virginia State Parks and Natural Tunnel State Park.

4 Parks for Leaf Peeping in Coastal Virginia

By Shellie AnnePosted September 18, 2020

With 41 Virginia State Parks it may be hard to decide which park to choose to see the fall foliage. Here are four favorite parks for fall foliage that aren't too far if you live in Tidewater Virginia.

Park roads are some of the prettiest drives around, like this one at Leesylvania State Park, Va

5 Great Fall Getaways to Start Planning Now: Piedmont

By Shellie AnnePosted September 18, 2020

These amazing fall getaways include incredible nearby attractions like breweries, wineries and unique historic sites to explore.

Cabins are in a wooded location along the shores of Buggs Island Lake at Occoneechee State Park, Va

Epic Fall Road Trip

By Shellie AnnePosted September 18, 2020

There is no place like Virginia in the fall. If you love leaves, you'll want to check out my favorite leaf peeping road trip that even includes a spectacular waterfall and stops at some unique historic sites.