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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Emily Price

Emily Price

I am new to the game and ready to learn. I started my journey with the Virginia State Parks in the office at Hungry Mother State Park in 2015. I always enjoyed meeting so many wonderful people visiting the park. One of the most rewarding parts of working for the parks is hearing the stories of so many people. Every park in the system holds precious memories from people across the world. Growing up in Marion, VA, I have a lot of memories of my own that I cherish from Hungry Mother.

Recently I have transitioned into the Visitor Service Specialist Assistant for Virginia State Parks. Now, I get to step into a whole new world of parks. I look forward to the incredible and rewarding journey that lies ahead for me. Life has no trail map, but I believe the journey is what makes the destination so beautiful.

I am currently a student at Liberty University, from which I will soon graduate with a Bachelor in Business Administration. I feel very blessed to be in the position that I am. Every day working for the Virginia State Parks is an adventure.

Looking at all the parks across the state, there are many stories, memories, and pictures that never make me question the wonder of our parks.

Blogger "Emily Price"Clear results in following blogs.

Looking Inn to the past at New River Trail State Park

By Emily PricePosted September 29, 2023
Looking "Inn" to the past at New River Trail State Park as we explore the history of the Inn at Foster Falls. The eldest living orphan returned to the newly opened building that was her former home. Explore the past with hope for the future.
Mrs. Doris Bralley

The Rails of Legacy Live On

By Emily PricePosted October 20, 2022
We often think about legacies, the things we will leave behind. Check out the story of Bruce Wingo and the legacy that he left behind for park goers to enjoy.
Norfolk Southern Engine crossing over the High Bridge

Bullseyes & Fun

By Emily PricePosted July 29, 2020
Have you ever wondered how the Native Americans hunted their food? Have you ever shot a bow and arrow?
Display located at Occoneechee State Park

Tonic for the Mind, Body, and Spirit

By Emily PricePosted July 08, 2020
"Virginia State Parks in a tonic for the mind, body a spirit." A statement I had read many times, but never truly understood until this year.
View of the Lake Loop Trail

Thinking Outside the Box

By Emily PricePosted February 08, 2020
Friends of Smith Mountain Lake State Park members continually think "outside of the box" in order to improve the park.
Jim Gerhart and Friends at Information Table

From adventure to memory: the search for the fairy stone

By Emily PricePosted November 27, 2019
From adventure to memory: the search for the fairy stone
Hunting fairy stones is one of the main activities at the park

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