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.

Pets in Virginia State Parks

Dog at Mason Neck State Park One of the great things about Virginia State Parks is that you can bring your four-legged loved ones along.

Things to consider when bringing your pet.

Pets are allowed in all Virginia State Parks.
State regulations prohibit pets at designated swim areas and require pets to be confined or kept on a leash no longer than 6 feet and kept under supervision while in the park.
Pets are not allowed in public facilities (bathhouses, visitor centers, park offices, restaurants, etc.). Pets are not allowed in yurts.
Pets are allowed at False Cape State Park, however they are not permitted access through Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge.
To avoid potential inconvenience, we ask that you bring proof of current rabies vaccination. This is strongly recommended in Virginia Beach where a rabies alert is in effect.
Pet owners must clean up after their pets. If a pet is left unattended, becomes a nuisance in violation of the leash law, disturbs others by barking during quiet hours or damages a state park facility, the owner's stay may be terminated without a refund. The owner will be billed for any damage to park facilities caused by pets.
Assistance dogs are welcome in all facilities at no additional charge.

Fees

There is an additional nightly charge per pet for cabin stays. Customers with pet allergies may contact the park at least a week before check-in to request allergen-removal cleaning for a reserved cabin. There is no additional charge for pets in campgrounds.