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5 things to do at Machicomoco State Park

By Kim WellsPosted October 24, 2023
Machicomoco State Park is Virginia's 40th state park and is truly a special place to visit. The park has a unique history and is surrounded by diverse wildlife habitats that provide a perfect place to anyone to enjoy.
Algonquin words on bench at Machicomoco

5 things to do at Chippokes State Park

By Kim WellsPosted October 17, 2023
Chippokes State Park is a beautiful location and contains the oldest continually farmed land in the country. The rich history and lovely views of the James River make for a perfect day visit or an overnight getaway.
Chippokes in the fall

13 Fall Festivals at Virginia State Parks

By Kim WellsPosted September 19, 2023
Enjoy the fall season at a Virginia State Park festival or event. Listed are 13 festivals and events that celebrate the fall season, but be sure to visit the park's webpage to see more programs and events taking place.
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Two Unforgettable Experiences All Within an Hour of Williamsburg

By Shellie AnnePosted May 03, 2022
Two parks just a short drive from the Williamsburg area, offering hours of family fun, outside.
A nice composition of the sandy shoreline of the river at York River State Park, Virginia

Passengers of the White Lion: Enslavement at Chippokes and Beyond

By Brenna GeraghtyPosted August 11, 2019
In August of 1619, a small foreign ship rocked the lives of Virginia colonists, bringing passengers who would change the course of history, not to mention that of Chippokes.
Looking across the river from Chippokes, curious onlookers would have been able to see the Dutch cargo ship in August 1619

First Time Day Tripper: Chippokes State Park

By Guest BloggerPosted May 09, 2019
A day full of fun and discovery for a first-time trip to this unique park located on the banks of the historic James River.
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Barns of Virginia State Parks

By Shellie AnnePosted February 21, 2019
There is something inherently romantic about a barn, especially one that has weathered the storms of life and still stands strong to tell of it.
A red hay barn sits quietly in a field at Belle Isle State Park, Virginia

When it rains at a Virginia State Park

By Shellie AnnePosted July 21, 2018
Summertime brings the afternoon thunderstorms, so when the beach is closed what else can you do at a Virginia State Park? We have a few suggestions.
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Hidden Gems of Virginia State Parks

By Shellie AnnePosted April 09, 2016
An early bird explores Virginia State Parks and discovers some unexpected finds, this time relics of the past, fossils!
Chesapecten masidonius

Meet the Fossils of Chippokes in Southside Virginia

By Shellie AnnePosted September 18, 2012
"Uncovering Virginia" is an exhibit currently at the Virginia Museum of Natural History in Martinsville.
Chesapecten jeffersonius found in abundance at Chippokes State Park

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