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 04/27/2024 and 05/07/2024
(250) Events Found For All Event Types
April 2, 2024 10:00 a.m. - May 31, 2024 4:00 p.m.
Southwest Virginia Museum Museum Building
The Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park is now accepting entries for its “Stitch in Time” Quilt Show.
April 20, 2024 8:00 a.m. - April 27, 2024 6:00 p.m.
Holliday Lake State Park Park Office
🌍Join Us in Keeping Holliday Lake Beautiful for Earth Day!🌍 Help us make a positive impact on our environment by participating in our Earth Day Cleanup Week at Holliday Lake!
April 20, 2024 9:00 a.m. - April 27, 2024 4:00 p.m.
False Cape State Park False Cape State Park Visitor Center
Celebrate Earth Day 2024 at False Cape State Park all week long by supporting healthy and happy beaches.
April 21, 2024 12:00 a.m. - April 27, 2024 11:00 p.m.
New River Trail State Park New River Trail State Park
Let’s show off how amazing our parks can be for wildlife this spring!
April 21, 2024 12:00 a.m. - April 27, 2024 11:00 p.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Various Locations Throughout the Park
This Earth Week, come participate in the inaugural Southwest VA State Parks Nature Challenge!
April 21, 2024 12:00 a.m. - April 27, 2024 12:00 a.m.
Clinch River State Park Clinch River State Park
This Earth Week, come participate in the inaugural Southwest VA State Parks Nature Challenge!
April 21, 2024 8:00 a.m. - April 27, 2024 5:00 p.m.
Grayson Highlands State Park Massie Gap
Contribute to citizen science and show pride in your park by documenting all the flora and fauna species from April 21st - 27th.
April 26, 2024 12:00 a.m. - April 29, 2024 11:59 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Various areas throughout the Park
Hungry Mother is pleased to join with the Nature Conservancy of Southwest Virginia to encourage our guests to participate in the City Nature Challenge.
April 26, 2024 1:00 p.m. - April 27, 2024 8:30 p.m.
Claytor Lake State Park Throughout the Park
Help us celebrate our planet with some special Earth Day programming: Friday, April 26: 1 p.m. Tree Identification Hike @ the Howe House Join us for a scenic hike around the historical Howe house and learn how to identify some of our native trees. 4 p.m. Claytor Crafts - Tree Cookies @ the Interpretive Campfire Circle in Campground D Create something special with natural materials found around the park.
April 27, 2024. 7:15 a.m. - 2:15 p.m.
Leesylvania State Park Throughout the Park
Make a team or go solo and have a blast during our annual Spring Bloom Adventure Race - Presented by Dominion Energy in and around beautiful Leesylvania State Park.
April 27, 2024. 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Sweet Run State Park main parking lot, near pollinator garden.
Grab your binoculars and get outside. Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy will lead these monthly hikes to discover and identify birds at Sweet Run State Park. We will explore parts of this beautiful 900 acre preserve and see what lives in and visits its diverse habitats.
April 27, 2024. 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Westmoreland State Park Visitor Center
Needing to get out with your furry friend this Spring?
April 27, 2024. 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
High Bridge Trail State Park Charley's Waterfront Cafe Parking Lot, Main Street, Farmville, VA
In a partnership program with High Bridge Trail, the Margaret Watson Bird Club will have volunteers available to share their knowledge during this birding adventure.
April 27, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Staunton River State Park Visitor Center
Join park rangers and volunteers at Staunton River State Park as we host our annual Earth Day tree planting.
April 27, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Belle Isle State Park Picnic Area
The Friends of Belle Isle presents the 2024 5K run/walk. The race will begin at 9am (check in at 8:30) over our certified course through some of the most beautiful countryside in Virginia’s Northern Neck.
April 27, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
False Cape State Park Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge Parking Lot
Take a 4-hour guided tour through Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge and False Cape State Park!
April 27, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Southwest Virginia Museum Museum Front Lawn
In observance of Earth Day the Friends of the Southwest Virginia Museum will host their Annual Plant Sale Fundraiser event on Saturday, April 27 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Plant Sale Fundraiser will offer a variety of plants for purchase from $1 to $5, and all proceeds will benefit the Friends of the Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park.
April 27, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Amphitheater Trailhead
Join a park ranger on a hike to the waterfall and back.
April 27, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Sky Meadows State Park Historic Area
Get your hands dirty this special volunteer day in our historic garden!
April 27, 2024. 9:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Mason Neck State Park Various Locations throughout the Park
Join us for Mason Neck State Park's Earth Day Celebration, where community unity meets nature's beauty!
April 27, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Powhatan State Park Yates Parking
Would you like to explore our trails and meet new people?
April 27, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Boat Ramp off of Mitchell Valley Road
Spring has sprung and there are flowers to see.
April 27, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Did you know Twin Lakes State Park is in the Chesapeake Bay watershed?
April 27, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Visitor Center
What better way to end our Earth Day celebrations than learning about just that...the Earth!
April 27, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Sky Meadows State Park Picnic Area
The appearance of frogs and salamanders is a sure sign of spring.
April 27, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
First Landing State Park Main Visitor Center Courtyard
Earth Day is a time of celebration and appreciation here at First Landing.
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. 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Machicomoco State Park Timberneck House
Curious about how the light green house looks from the inside and its restoration process?
April 27, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Pocahontas State Park Visitor Center
Check out our Nature Journaling station to begin connecting with your surroundings in a mindful way.
April 27, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Bear Creek Lake State Park Archery Range
The use of bows to shoot arrows has been a part of global history for thousands of years whether for defense, survival, or sport.
April 27, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Occoneechee State Park Posseclay Interpretive Shelter
Experience Occoneechee State Park from a different perspective as you paddle around the shoreline of Buggs Island Lake.
April 27, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Sweet Run State Park main parking lot, near pollinator garden.
Can you hear the park talking? There are many tales and tails throughout Sweet Run State Park. Some are visual, some are tactile, most don’t use words, so how does the park share its stories? Park Interpreters will help you discover the park through hands on activities, artifacts and even some stories.
April 27, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
The arrival of spring is upon us.
April 27, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
James River State Park Green Hill Pond
Explore the park's expansive wetlands with us as we search for and identify the plants and animals that call this unique habitat their home.
April 27, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
New River Trail State Park Shot Tower- 283 Pauley Flatwoods Rd. Austinville, Va 24312
Overlooking the New River, the Shot Tower was built in the 1800s to make ammunition for the firearms of the early settlers.
April 27, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Seven Bends State Park Hollingsworth Access - Entrance Sign - 2111 S Hollingsworth Rd
The Children's Garden Workshops are a great way to get your little one up, moving, creating and learning.
April 27, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Visitor Center
Learn the legend behind the naturally occurring stone cross formations, and travel to the special location in the park to search for your own "fairy stone." After a short presentation on what you will be looking for, we will travel to the site.
April 27, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Leesylvania State Park Visitor Center
Upcycling Trash Art.
April 27, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Widewater State Park Throughout the Park
Put away your smartphone and plot a course for adventure with this introduction to the sport of orienteering.
April 27, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Southwest Virginia Museum Victorian Garden
Do you look at all the herb plants and wonder what can I do with these?
This event has been canceled.
April 27, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Widewater State Park Picnic Shelter 1
Join us for an exciting program about vernal pools, the hidden gems of early spring!
April 27, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Discovery Center
What animal inspired a popular children's game?
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 27, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Stock Creek Recreation Area
Join Natural Tunnel State Park in the re-opening and planting of our community garden space, “Tunnel Gardens.” Learn how to best pick native plants for your area, garden layout and design, and how native plants benefit our local pollinators.
April 27, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Pocahontas State Park Visitor Center
Have you ever built a lean to or an A-frame?
April 27, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Clinch River State Park Oxbow Center
Join the Park Rangers of Clinch River State Park in enjoying a short float down the Clinch River. Accompany a park ranger on this kayak trip from Old Castlewood to St.
April 27, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Westmoreland State Park Visitor Center
Watch and learn about our ambassador animal, Reba the Corn Snake or Stevie the King Snake, as they feed on a frozen mouse! .
April 27, 2024. 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Chippokes State Park Jones-Stewart Mansion
This historical building tour is designed to highlight the architecture of the time, designs, furnishings, special touches, ornate decor, and stories within the walls of the Jones-Stewart Mansion.
April 27, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Take care of your mother Earth by joining the more than one billion people worldwide who celebrate Earth Day annually.
April 27, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Shelter #4
Learn some of the trade secrets of what it takes to create the perfect "Fairy Stone" that everyone is looking for.
April 27, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Chippokes State Park Jones-Stewart Mansion
The Friends of Chippokes are sponsoring a Garden Tea on the grounds of the Jones - Stewart Mansion.
April 27, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Occoneechee State Park Posseclay Interpretive Shelter
Experience Occoneechee State Park from a different perspective as you paddle around the shoreline of Buggs Island Lake.
April 27, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Seven Bends State Park Hollingsworth Access - Entrance Sign - 2111 S Hollingsworth Rd
"Ready, Get Set, Grow" is an interactive workshop (for 7-12 year olds and families) developed by one of our local community partners, Family Youth Initiative (FYI).
April 27, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Discovery Center
Douthat Lake is home to some big, beautiful trout.
April 27, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
We would like to introduce you to “Boxer” the box turtle.
April 27, 2024. 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Amphitheater Trailhead
Join an interpretive ranger on a hike to the Fairy Stone Dam and Spillway.
April 27, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Claytor Lake State Park Interpretive Campfire Circle - Campground D
Take the fight to our invasive species!
April 27, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Visitor Center
Bats spend winter months in a state of hibernation but start to spring back into their active stages in April.
April 27, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Widewater State Park Throughout the Park
Put away your smartphone and plot a course for adventure with this introduction to the sport of orienteering.
April 27, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Pocahontas State Park Visitor Center
Ever wonder what owls eat?
April 27, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Visitor Center
Become an owl pellet detective as we dissect the clues an owl leaves behind.
April 27, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Leesylvania State Park Throughout the Park
Be on the lookout for our Roving Ranger as they roam the picnic areas and beaches with interesting animal or historical artifacts from the park.
April 27, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Some of Virginia's coolest mammals are rarely seen by humans.
April 27, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Discovery Center
Embark on a journey into the enchanting world of vernal pools.
April 27, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
Need a break from your long trip and have a little fun? Do you like being creative? We have many things to see at our Visitor Center.
April 27, 2024. 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Claytor Lake State Park Beach Building
Volunteer your time this Earth Day and help stop pollution.
April 27, 2024. 7:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Campfire Amphitheater, across from campground
What's a camping trip without a campfire?
April 27, 2024. 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Claytor Lake State Park Interpretive Campfire Circle - Campground D
'Whooo' will hear 'whooo' first?
April 27, 2024. 7:45 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.
Machicomoco State Park Trailhead Parking Lot
Join the Friends of Machicomoco State Park at the outdoor stage for an evening program about the soaring predators that hunt from the sky at night, including learning different owl calls, adaptations, and a chance to dissect an owl pellet.
April 27, 2024. 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Cedar Creek Trail
A nearly century-long tradition continues as the Natural Bridge is bathed in light the last Saturday night of every month, April through October. Experience the 200-foot-tall arch as it is lit from above and below by dozens of lights, with the only sound being the murmuring of Cedar Creek running below.
April 28, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
False Cape State Park Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge Parking Lot
Take a 4-hour guided tour through Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge and False Cape State Park!
April 28, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Powhatan State Park Equestrian Parking
What can we see, hear, smell, and possibly touch in nature? The goal of this guided hike is to stay as quiet as possible to avoid scaring away wildlife and to experience using our senses.
April 28, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Amphitheater Trailhead
Join a ranger to hike along a section of the Mountain View Trail and cut through the woods for a short distance, seeing the ruins of an old moonshine still along the way.
April 28, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Westmoreland State Park Big Meadow Trailhead
Join a ranger and learn about the natural history of Westmoreland State Park and about the particular fossils you can find here.
April 28, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Visitor Center
Do you have an eye for finding things?
April 28, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
First Landing State Park Main Visitor Center Courtyard
Earth Day is a time of celebration and appreciation here at First Landing.
April 28, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Pocahontas State Park Visitor Center
Read a tale as you walk the trail. Begin at the visitor center to find out which trail will have the story and then begin your exploration and storytime at your own pace.
April 28, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Bear Creek Lake State Park Archery Range
The use of bows to shoot arrows has been a part of global history for thousands of years whether for defense, survival, or sport.
April 28, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
We all enjoy a yummy meal and that’s the same for our resident snake that lives here in our Visitor Center.
April 28, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
New River Trail State Park Shot Tower- 283 Pauley Flatwoods Rd. Austinville, Va 24312
Overlooking the New River, the Shot Tower was built in the 1800s to make ammunition for the firearms of the early settlers.
This event has been canceled.
April 28, 2024. 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Chippokes State Park Farm and Forestry Museum
Pasture Pals is a special program at Chippokes, where guests are introduced to and able to spend quality time with our ambassador farm animals. Have you ever wondered exactly why donkeys have such long ears?
April 28, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Visitor Center
Stop by the Visitor Center and have the opportunity to view the sun through a telescope.
April 28, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Caledon State Park Visitor Center
Come make seed bombs to take home and use in your yard!
This event has been canceled.
April 28, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Leesylvania State Park Picnic Area Pond
Surviving as a colonist was drastically different and more complex than the 21st century, but we can still find similarities between them and us.
April 28, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Sweet Run State Park main parking lot, near pollinator garden.
Can you hear the park talking? There are many tales and tails throughout Sweet Run State Park. Some are visual, some are tactile, most don’t use words, so how does the park share its stories? Park Interpreters will help you discover the park through hands on activities, artifacts and yes even some words.
April 28, 2024. 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Chippokes State Park Jones-Stewart Mansion
This historical building tour is designed to highlight the architecture of the time, designs, furnishings, special touches, ornate decor, and stories within the walls of the Jones-Stewart Mansion.
April 28, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Bear Creek Lake State Park Archery Range
The Bear Creek Lake State Park Archery Club is open to beginner and intermediate level archers 18 years old and older.
This event has been canceled.
April 28, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Leesylvania State Park Picnic Area Field
Leesylvania State Park is home to many different turtles!
April 28, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
Of all the mammals, opossums are the most misunderstood. They are fascinating creatures with very unique characteristics.
April 28, 2024. 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Stuart's Knob Trailhead
Join a park ranger to hike the Stuart's Knob Trail while discovering the history of Fayerdale and the importance Stuart's Knob played to in helping the residents earn money throughout its short tenure.
April 28, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Mason Neck State Park Visitor Center
Did you ever wish you could see as well as an eagle?
This event has been canceled.
April 28, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Leesylvania State Park Throughout the Park
Be on the lookout for our Roving Ranger as they roam the picnic areas and beaches with interesting animal or historical artifacts from the park.
April 28, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
We can tell a great deal about an animal’s adaptations by looking at their skins and skulls.
April 28, 2024. 7:30 p.m. - 11:00 a.m.
New River Trail State Park Dannelly Fitness Center - 1159 Creekview Dr. Galax, Va 24333
Peak songbird migration along the New River is mid-April to mid-May.
April 29, 2024. 12:00 a.m. - 12:00 a.m.
Machicomoco State Park Timberneck House
The Fairfield Foundation opens the Timberneck house for free walk-in tours every Tuesday.
April 29, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
High Bridge Trail State Park Camp Paradise - 1466 Camp Paradise Road, Rice, VA 23966
Witness the amphibian life cycle and see aquatic invertebrates up-close when you join us in this partnership program with our local Central Piedmont Chapter of the Virginia Master Naturalists (CPVMN).
April 29, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Machicomoco State Park Timberneck House
The Fairfield Foundation opens the Timberneck house for free walk-in tours every Tuesday.
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.
April 29, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.
New River Trail State Park Historic Inn at Foster Falls - 116 Orphanage Dr. Max Meadows, Va. 24360
Perched upon a small hill overlooking the old Norfolk & Western railway station sits the old Foster Falls Hotel.
April 29, 2024. 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Chippokes State Park Jones-Stewart Mansion
This historical building tour is designed to highlight the architecture of the time, designs, furnishings, special touches, ornate decor, and stories within the walls of the Jones-Stewart Mansion.