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.
Between 03/28/2024 and 03/28/2025
(57) Events Found For All Event Types
Park: York River State Park
March 29, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods. Meet with our on-the-go naturalist/ranger who will help you discover the aquatic, insect, mammal, and plant life in the park’s ecosystems. Don't be surprised if he has a photo or two to share with you.
This event has been canceled.
March 30, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
York River State Park Amphitheater
From the ashes of the old Fossil Beach has arisen a new, dynamic ecosystem. The living shoreline between the rip-rap and water’s edge is attracting interesting estuarine and marine creatures and plants. Discover them and how living shorelines enhance and protect our waterfronts.
March 30, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
York River State Park Amphitheater
Come and discover the majestic aerial hunters and their habitats. Bald eagles, red shouldered and red tailed hawks make their home here year round. Osprey return to the area to feed and breed. We may find other birds of prey as well as we hike through the woods and into the marshes.
March 30, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods. Meet with our stationed naturalist/ranger who will help you discover the aquatic, insect, mammal, and plant life in the park’s ecosystems.
April 1, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods. Meet with our on-the-go naturalist/ranger who will help you discover the aquatic, insect, mammal, and plant life in the park’s ecosystems. Don't be surprised if he has a photo or two to share with you.
April 6, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
York River State Park Amphitheater
Take a walk and discover life in four different aquatic ecosystems. We will hike to a small woodland and marsh stream, freshwater pond, and brackish/saltwater river. With nets, we will capture and identify different crustaceans, fish, and take note of plant life. .
April 6, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods. Meet with our stationed naturalist/ranger who will help you discover the aquatic, insect, mammal, and plant life in the park’s ecosystems.
April 8, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods. Meet with our on-the-go naturalist/ranger who will help you discover the aquatic, insect, mammal, and plant life in the park’s ecosystems. Don't be surprised if he has a photo or two to share with you.
This event has been canceled.
April 8, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods. Meet with our on-the-go naturalist/ranger who will help you discover the aquatic, insect, mammal, and plant life in the park’s ecosystems. Don't be surprised if he has a photo or two to share with you.
April 8, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
It's Solar Eclipse Day. Join us in safely viewing this unique heavenly event and visit our interactive displays.
This event has been canceled.
April 8, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods. Meet with our stationed naturalist/ranger who will help you discover the aquatic, insect, mammal, and plant life in the park’s ecosystems.
April 12, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods. Meet with our on-the-go naturalist/ranger who will help you discover the aquatic, insect, mammal, and plant life in the park’s ecosystems. Don't be surprised if he has a photo or two to share with you.
April 13, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
York River State Park Amphitheater
Come and discover the majestic aerial hunters and their habitats. Bald eagles, red shouldered and red tailed hawks make their home here year round. Osprey return to the area to feed and breed. We may find other birds of prey as well as we hike through the woods and into the marshes.
April 13, 2024. 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
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. .
April 19, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods. Meet with our on-the-go naturalist/ranger who will help you discover the aquatic, insect, mammal, and plant life in the park’s ecosystems. Don't be surprised if he has a photo or two to share with you.
April 22, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods. Meet with our on-the-go naturalist/ranger who will help you discover the aquatic, insect, mammal, and plant life in the park’s ecosystems. Don't be surprised if he has a photo or two to share with you.
This event has been canceled.
April 26, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods. Meet with our on-the-go naturalist/ranger who will help you discover the aquatic, insect, mammal, and plant life in the park’s ecosystems. Don't be surprised if he has a photo or two to share with you.
April 27, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods. Meet with our stationed naturalist/ranger who will help you discover the aquatic, insect, mammal, and plant life in the park’s ecosystems.
April 27, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
From the ashes of the old Fossil Beach has arisen a new, dynamic ecosystem. The living shoreline between the rip-rap and water’s edge is attracting interesting estuarine and marine creatures and plants. Discover them and how living shorelines enhance and protect our waterfronts.
April 29, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods. Meet with our on-the-go naturalist/ranger who will help you discover the aquatic, insect, mammal, and plant life in the park’s ecosystems. Don't be surprised if he has a photo or two to share with you.
May 4, 2024. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
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. .
May 11, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
York River State Park Amphitheater
Begin your canoe and kayak adventure with a rite of Spring on the Chesapeake Bay. Burning socks is a tradition among sailors near Annapolis. We will not need them with our water shoes. Please bring a pair of natural fiber socks for the ritual fire. Then, join us for the first paddle of the season. Cost.
May 11, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods. Meet with our on-the-go naturalist/ranger who will help you discover the aquatic, insect, mammal, and plant life in the park’s ecosystems. Don't be surprised if he has a photo or two to share with you.
May 13, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods. Meet with our on-the-go naturalist/ranger who will help you discover the aquatic, insect, mammal, and plant life in the park’s ecosystems. Don't be surprised if he has a photo or two to share with you.
May 17, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods. Meet with our on-the-go naturalist/ranger who will help you discover the aquatic, insect, mammal, and plant life in the park’s ecosystems. Don't be surprised if he has a photo or two to share with you.
May 18, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
York River State Park Amphitheater
Put down your electronic devices and discover life outdoors! We'll begin with a kid-friendly Pick Your Paddle trip on Taskinas Creek at 10:00 AM. The popular Fossil Frenzy Hike will begin at 1:00 PM. Meet at the amphitheater for both activities. Reservations and prepayment are required for the paddling trip.
May 18, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
York River State Park Amphitheater
Explore the beautiful wetlands or river with us.
May 18, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
York River State Park Amphitheater
Long before there was a York River State Park, or even a York River, 6,000 plus years ago, marine creatures swam here in a shallow sea.
May 20, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods. Meet with our on-the-go naturalist/ranger who will help you discover the aquatic, insect, mammal, and plant life in the park’s ecosystems. Don't be surprised if he has a photo or two to share with you.
May 25, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods. Meet with our stationed naturalist/ranger who will help you discover the aquatic, insect, mammal, and plant life in the park’s ecosystems.
May 25, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods. Meet with our stationed naturalist/ranger who will help you discover the aquatic, insect, mammal, and plant life in the park’s ecosystems.
May 27, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
York River State Park Amphitheater
Come together and observe Black Birder's Week honoring the noted naturalist Dr.
May 27, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods. Meet with our stationed naturalist/ranger who will help you discover the aquatic, insect, mammal, and plant life in the park’s ecosystems.
May 31, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods. Meet with our on-the-go naturalist/ranger who will help you discover the aquatic, insect, mammal, and plant life in the park’s ecosystems. Don't be surprised if he has a photo or two to share with you.
May 31, 2024. 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
Get away from the city lights and gaze at the celestial bodies in the night sky. Discover how to identify constellations and hear a legend or two of how they came to be. This program is dependent on the clarity of the viewing sky on the night it occurs. Reservations with pre-payment only. Canoes - $13/person or $8/person (family of 4+).
June 1, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
Join us and the Chesapeake Bay Foundation as we strive to keep our waterways free from litter. Our annual shoreline clean-up will address trash along the York River in popular areas such as Croaker Landing and Fossil Beach. Please bring gloves, closed toed shoes and enthusiasm to help Clean the Bay!
June 1, 2024. 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
York River State Park Amphitheater
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.
June 1, 2024. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
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. .
June 3, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods. Meet with our on-the-go naturalist/ranger who will help you discover the aquatic, insect, mammal, and plant life in the park’s ecosystems. Don't be surprised if he has a photo or two to share with you.
June 7, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods. Meet with our on-the-go naturalist/ranger who will help you discover the aquatic, insect, mammal, and plant life in the park’s ecosystems. Don't be surprised if he has a photo or two to share with you.
June 8, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
From the ashes of the old Fossil Beach has arisen a new, dynamic ecosystem. The living shoreline between the rip-rap and water’s edge is attracting interesting estuarine and marine creatures and plants. Discover them and how living shorelines enhance and protect our waterfronts.
June 10, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods. Meet with our on-the-go naturalist/ranger who will help you discover the aquatic, insect, mammal, and plant life in the park’s ecosystems. Don't be surprised if he has a photo or two to share with you.
June 14, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods. Meet with our on-the-go naturalist/ranger who will help you discover the aquatic, insect, mammal, and plant life in the park’s ecosystems. Don't be surprised if he has a photo or two to share with you.
June 15, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
York River State Park Amphitheater
How did African slavery begin in the Virginia Colony and did they seek freedom from their condition? Did any European indentured servants and Native Americans resist their lot as well? Walking with us you will discover stories of rebellious conspiracies and courageous runaways and how they overcame the challenging terrain of Tidewater Virginia to elude their oppressors. .
June 15, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
York River State Park Amphitheater
Embrace the history of the upper York River region this weekend from the colonial period to today. Learn about plots for freedom by indentured servants and enslaved people with the Rebellion & Runaway Walk. Discover the rise and continued heritage of independent waterfront communities with the Afro American Waterman's Display. .
June 15, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
From the Colonial Era thru today, black watermen have been a part of the Chesapeake Bay seafood industry in all levels. Discover the communities built on harvesting fish and shellfish giving African Americans financial freedom even in the Jim Crow years. Even today, we can help improve the bay so that everyone can enjoy it’s beauty and bounty.
June 17, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods. Meet with our on-the-go naturalist/ranger who will help you discover the aquatic, insect, mammal, and plant life in the park’s ecosystems. Don't be surprised if he has a photo or two to share with you.
June 21, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods. Meet with our on-the-go naturalist/ranger who will help you discover the aquatic, insect, mammal, and plant life in the park’s ecosystems. Don't be surprised if he has a photo or two to share with you.
June 23, 2024. 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
York River State Park Amphitheater
Explore the marsh at night as you paddle up its placid waters. Various creatures may be seen in the creek or along the shoreline, while bats fly above in the night sky. You may even experience owls calling at a distance. Take it all in as the light of the moon blankets the surroundings with mystery. Reservations with pre-payment only. Canoes - $13/person or $8/person (family of 4+).
June 24, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods. Meet with our on-the-go naturalist/ranger who will help you discover the aquatic, insect, mammal, and plant life in the park’s ecosystems. Don't be surprised if he has a photo or two to share with you.
July 6, 2024. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
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. .
Aug. 3, 2024. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
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. .
Sept. 7, 2024. 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
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. .
Sept. 28, 2024. 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
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. .
Oct. 26, 2024. 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
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. .
Nov. 30, 2024. 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
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. .
Dec. 28, 2024. 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
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. .
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