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.

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4 Reasons These Two Smaller Parks are Big on Fun

By Shellie AnnePosted May 28, 2019
Three lakes in Central Virginia at only two small parks, this sounds like the beginnings of good summer fun.
Twin Lakes State Park has been a favorite in Central Virginia with two lakes of fun: Goodwin Lake and Prince Edward Lake

4 Beautiful Parks for Day Hikes in Northern Virginia

By Shellie AnnePosted May 24, 2019
If you're looking for trails not too far from home in Northern Virginia or D.C. for a day hike, then we have a handful of parks you may enjoy.
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6 Ways to Enjoy Great Camping in the Best Parks on the MidAtlantic

By Shellie AnnePosted May 23, 2019
Get back to nature when you camp at an award-winning Virginia State Park this summer.
Tent camping brings the outside in - like here at First Landing State Park, Virginia

7 Great Parks for a Midweek Getaway to Relax and Unwind

By Shellie AnnePosted May 22, 2019
If you can swing a mid-week getaway, you'll experience a park in a whole new light.
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Before Chippokes: A Year with the Quiyoughcohannock

By Brenna GeraghtyPosted May 21, 2019
Find out who lived here before Chippokes was founded in 1619.
Every part of the Quiyoughcohannocks

5 Reasons You'll Want to Explore Sky Meadows State Park

By Ryan SelovePosted May 20, 2019
We invite you to become a part of our ongoing history at Sky Meadows State Park. These are just a handful of reasons to visit, the list could go on and on.
Beautiful overlook vista at Sky Meadows State Park, Virginia

5 Reasons to Hike the Trails at Westmoreland State Park

By Annette BarefordPosted May 19, 2019
Great trails that offer a different experience at Westmoreland State Park, from accessible trails to 200 feet of stairs straight down to the beach.
A deer family watches as hikers pass by on a trail at Westmoreland State Park, Virginia

Ranger’s Top 5 Activities at Staunton River Battlefield State Park

By Katharine LipscombPosted May 18, 2019
For those who are visiting Staunton River Battlefield State Park for the first time, and for those who have been before, here is a Ranger’s list of the top five things to do at the park.
Staunton River bridge

8 Parks for Fantastic Kayaking and Canoeing this Summer

By Shellie AnnePosted May 17, 2019
With most of our state parks located on or near a body of water, it may be high time to learn a new skill, paddling.
Sitting low in a canoe or kayak allows you a close-up view of the incredible wildlife in a park, as you quietly glide through the water at their level. This is Bear Creek Lake State Park in Central Va.

Where can you swim at Virginia State Parks?

By Shellie AnnePosted May 14, 2019
Virginia State Parks offers places to cool off in more ways than one.
Holliday Lake swimming beach

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