Department of Conservation and Recreation
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It’s not every day that a park expands by 20% with the potential of increasing recreational activities. However, Caledon State Park has reached that milestone this year by acquiring Lake Caledon.. READ MORE
The highly anticipated visitor center at High Bridge Trail State Park has opened with a ribbon cutting ceremony on April 7. The new center is a part of the park's master plan and has been something that the staff and guests have been eagerly awaiting. READ MORE
Virginia State Parks welcomed more than 8 million visitors in 2023 and this is a 9% increase over the prior year. Having more programs available for guests, debuting new festivals and events as well as opening a new park contributed to this success. READ MORE
It all began with a project plan for shoreline restoration at York River State Park and evolved into an additional project component that saved the surrounding wetland area and trail. READ MORE
Two juvenile bald eagles, found at different locations, were released at Lake Anna State Park located in Spotsylvania. The birds were treated at the Wildlife Center of Virginia until they were ready to be released back into the wild. READ MORE
Seven Central Virginia State Parks hosted educational field trips for students participating in Richmond summer programs. READ MORE
With the aspiration of always having a place to walk his dog, Greg Sullivan donated 54 acres of land to High Bridge Trail State Park. The newly donated area is on the west side of the outskirts of Farmville. READ MORE
With more people coming out to the parks and enjoying the amenities that each one offers, Virginia State Parks saw an increase in attendance with 7,926,344 visitors in 2021. READ MORE
