When the sun goes down, our other senses become more alert than our sight.  Nocturnal creatures become more active in the pursuit of food and mates.  Hike with us for a magical natural journey through the night.  After the hike, continue your adventure with our Stargazing program.

Join the Virginia Peninsula Stargazers as they point out the different items of our solar system in the night sky.  They will have the equipment.  Just bring your curiosity.  This program is dependent on the clarity of the viewing sky on the night it occurs. .

Join astronomy volunteers as they share the stories written in the night sky.

Learn about Douthat State Park's forest nightlife as we immerse ourselves in the night time world of nature.

Did you know that James River State Park is a member of the International Dark Sky Association?

Come enjoy a beautiful evening and learn about the unique myths within the stars.

Discover our International Dark-Sky Park!

Learn about Douthat State Park's forest nightlife as we immerse ourselves in the night time world of nature.

Come join the storytellers from CHAOS (Chapel Hill Astronomical and Observational Society) on the Observation Field to share the stories of the stars.

When the moon is totally hidden, we have the darkest nights and some of the best stargazing!

Stop by the Visitor Center and have the opportunity to view the sun through a telescope.

Throughout the year various constellations appear in the night sky.