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.


Know Before You Go


Guidelines for park visits:

  • Know before you go. Check the website of the park you intend to visit for any alerts. Have an alternate plan in case the park is at capacity when you arrive and you are unable to enter.
  • If you’re sick with any ailment, please stay home.
  • Guests are encouraged bring their own soap and hand sanitizer to use during visits.
  • In our effort to reduce single-use plastics in Virginia State Parks, guests are encouraged to bring their own reusable water bottles.
  • Play it safe. Choose lower-risk activities. This is for your own safety and reduces strain on medical resources.
  • Respect social distance. Individuals should keep a distance of at least 6 feet from others when possible. While on trails, alert others of your presence and step aside to let others pass at a safe distance.
  • Parking fees remain in place. If entrance contact stations are not staffed, self-pay is available, and we recommend you bring cash or a check to pay the daily parking fees.
  • Remember to recreate responsibly and leave no trace.
  • Events. Maximum capacity for outdoor events like concerts and festivals will be determined by the parks on a case-by-case basis.
  • Capacity. Some parks experience maximum capacity visitation on weekends and holidays. If possible, try to plan your visit during the week when parks are less crowded. If maximum capacity is reached, park management may temporarily stop visitors from entering the park.

What You Can Do

Keep in mind that you are recreating in a public facility. While we are making efforts to keep facilities sanitized, each surface is only as clean as the last person who touched it. Therefore, you should take steps to protect your health by following these guidelines provided by the Virginia Department of Health and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Resources for COVID-19 information

Looking for more information about the coronavirus? Here are a few resources to help:

 



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