Escape the crowds and hit one of these scenic hiking trails in western Virginia, you'll thank yourself for it later.

You'd be hard pressed to find a better hiking and biking gem like Douthat State Park just an hour from Roanoke with over 43 miles of trails plus a lake to boot.

State parks are perfect for fun day trips. We're highlighting five Virginia State Parks under an hour's drive from the Roanoke area in this two-part series.

Did you know seven Virginia State Parks offer Equestrian Camping? Read on to find out which seven, and more.

Photographer captures the colors and joy of being outside at Douthat State Park through the lens of being a Dad.

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.

As the mountains come alive with color, the grandeur of this picturesque setting is hard to beat for a romantic fall wedding.

You can find hiking trails for all skill levels at Virginia State Parks, here are five favorite hikes that lead you along the water.

Couples have been saying I DO at this historic mountain venue for decades, read this article to see why.

If you are looking for a place to cool off this summer, then you are in luck, we have a couple suggestions and then a couple more after that.