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.
Birding
Twin Lakes State Park
434-392-3435, TwinLakes@dcr.virginia.gov
Twin Lakes is the permanent home of many bird species and it's a rest stop for many migratory birds.
Type of birds
Great blue herons make their home on our lakes, and park guests visiting at the right time of year can see dozens of ruby-throated hummingbirds swarming feeders at the park office.
Best time of year to observe
To view a full list of species that can be found in the park, click here.
Best places in the park to observe
Serious birders might like to make the park their base camp. Other local birding hotspots - Wilck’s Lake and Sandy River Reservoir - are nearby.
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