Joseph Martin played an instrumental role in the westward movement.

Backyard birding may be your newest hobby.

Relax and explore the tranquil Paradise Garden at Chippokes State Park

It was through this small town in Southwest Virginia that fortunes were made, dreams became reality, and history was born. Virginia and Texas may be great distances away, but they will forever be connected. 

The new Sensory Explorers' Trail at Sky Meadows State Park is full of learning opportunities and enjoyment for all park visitors, with special adaptations for the visually, hearing and mobility impaired visitors.

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.

Find out who lived here before Chippokes was founded in 1619.

Our history may not be as visible as other parks, but guests will be surprised by the history that hides in plain sight.

Sometimes a renewed intermittent spring just appears for a while then fades, seeping up from underground just above the bedrock layer. Learn more about these at Bear Creek Lake State Park.

It's been a long, snowy winter but, now winter's grip has finally started to loosen.