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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Date: January 14, 2026
Contact: Starr Anderson, Public Relations and Marketing Specialist, 540-460-1540, starr.anderson@dcr.virginia.gov
Shenandoah River State Park hosts Master Plan Public Comment Meeting
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BENTONVILLE, Va. — The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation invites the community to participate in the Master Plan Public Comment Meeting for Raymond R. "Andy" Guest, Jr. Shenandoah River State Park. Master plans are updated every 10 years and help guide development and conservation for Virginia State Parks.
The meeting will take place on Tuesday, Jan. 20, in White Meeting Room A at the Samuels Public Library from 6 to 8 p.m. (330 E Criser Rd, Front Royal, VA 22630). DCR representatives will present updates, discuss potential improvements and gather public input on park facilities, trails, visitor experiences and environmental stewardship.
“We encourage everyone who enjoys Shenandoah River State Park to attend this meeting and share their thoughts,” said Park Manager Dustin Haymaker. “Public input is essential in ensuring the park remains a top destination for outdoor recreation while preserving its natural beauty for future generations.”
Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions, provide feedback and learn more about proposed enhancements to the park. The meeting is open to all, and registration is not required.
Written feedback will also be accepted through Feb. 20. Comments may be emailed to planningresources@dcr.virginia.gov; faxed to 804-786-9240; or mailed to Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation, Attn: Salim Chishti, 600 E. Main St., 24th Floor, Richmond, Virginia 23219.
For more information about the master plan process or the upcoming meeting, go to https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/recreational-planning/sh-masterplan.
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Virginia State Parks are managed by the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation. For more information about Virginia State Parks’ activities and amenities or to reserve one of the more than 1,800 campsites or 300 climate-controlled cabins, call the Virginia State Parks Reservation Center at 800-933-PARK or visit www.virginiastateparks.gov.
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