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.

Featured Programs

State Parks are models of conservation and recreation. That's why they offer many programs that center on environmental protection and associated education and professional development. Others center on simply helping guests learn more about what Virginia's state park have to offer. Some programs are temporary but many are ongoing cover a wide scope and area. Below you'll find a list of those programs.