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We have knock-your-socks off scenery from the Atlantic Ocean to the Cumberland Gap of Virginia, and we aren't shy in bragging about it, just ask us. Virginia State Parks is your go-to place for wild outdoor space, with fresh air, flora and fauna and breathtaking views. So let's think outside.

We hope the following 10 incredible views photographed by Park'rs such as yourself, and found only at Virginia State Parks will encourage you to become an outsider as you spend more time outside in 2017. So let's begin thinking outside in Part 1 of this series:

1. LEESYLVANIA STATE PARK

Moon Over the Potomac at Leesylvania State Park, Virginia

Moon Over the Potomac at Leesylvania State Park

2. GRAYSON HIGHLANDS STATE PARK

These frosty bushes near Massie Gap reminded us of sheep at Grayson Highlands State Park,Va

These frosty bushes near Massie Gap reminded us of sheep at Grayson Highlands

3. POCAHONTAS STATE PARK

Thanksgiving is a beautiful time to enjoy the trails and water views at Pocahontas State Park, Va

Thanksgiving is a beautiful time to enjoy the trails and water views at Pocahontas

4. SHENANDOAH RIVER STATE PARK

Enjoyed an amazing Thanksgiving week along the trails of Shenandoah River State Park, Va. Everyday was spent Crossing the Trails!

Enjoyed an amazing Thanksgiving week along the trails of Shenandoah River State Park

5. DOUTHAT STATE PARK

Nice view of a cabin and mountains from the Tuscarora Overlook trail in Douthat State Park,Virginia

Nice view of a cabin and mountains from the Tuscarora Overlook trail in Douthat

6. MASON NECK STATE PARK

Sunset over Belmont Bay at Mason Neck State Park, Va

Sunset over Belmont Bay at Mason Neck State Park

7. FAIRY STONE STATE PARK

Taking a rest on a long trail at Fairy Stone State Park. Hiking in the woods with my teenager is the best way to have his undivided attention.

Taking a rest on a long trail at Fairy Stone State Park

8. JAMES RIVER STATE PARK

The James River State Park is the perfect place for star photography in Virginia

The James River State Park is the perfect place for star photography

9. YORK RIVER STATE PARK

We've always opted for parks, trails, and rivers rather than outlet malls on Black Friday. One of the best days I've ever had. at York River State Park, Va

We've always opted for parks, trails, and rivers rather at York River State Park

And sometimes the incredible view needs to be seen at night to be appreciated:

10. HUNGRY MOTHER STATE PARK

Sound of silence at Hungry Mother State Park, Virginia

Sound of silence at Hungry Mother State Park

We love seeing these beautiful Virginia State Parks through your eyes. While we can't always share every photo we receive, we would encourage you to keep on sharing them with us on social media.

Tag us with your photo when you post on Facebook, and hashtag us with #vastateparks on Instagram.

THINK OUTSIDE.

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If you have read the article and have a question, please email nancy.heltman@dcr.virginia.gov.

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