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Hiking with Kids: 3 Trails for Beginners at Virginia State Parks

By Shellie AnnePosted November 19, 2018
Start your kids out on the right foot by hiking and enjoying the great outdoors found at Virginia State Parks. Here are three trails with some extra tips to help you out.
Hiking provides fresh air, exercise and a great natural change of scenery and you

Three Perfect Places to Sit and Relax Outside at Virginia State Parks

By Shellie AnnePosted November 09, 2018
If you're unable to hike to the highest mountain peaks in Virginia, but are looking for a lovely place to sit and take in the great outdoors at a Virginia State Park, then we've got ya covered.
Imagine the peacefulness sitting here overlooking the water at York River State Park, near Williamsburg Virginia

Why you'll go wild about Wilderness Road

By Shellie AnnePosted November 08, 2018
If you haven't been to this unique Virginia State Park, you need to go. There is so much to learn as you walk through the living history demonstrations at Wilderness Road State Park.
Four white-tailed deer line the field with Historic Martin

A Fishing Paradise in the Blue Ridge Foothills

By Shellie AnnePosted October 23, 2018
Smith Mountain Lake is known by many as a fishing paradise, where you can easily catch Striped Bass longer than your arm.
There are two launches side by side at Smith Mountain Lake State Park with plenty of trailer parking

2 Unusual Natural Attractions in Virginia Worth a Visit

By Shellie AnnePosted October 04, 2018
If you're interested in some of the more unusual attractions found in Virginia, then naturally we have a few treats in store at Virginia State Parks.
Atlas Obscura has highlighted a few unusual attractions in Virginia found only at Virginia State Parks

Exploring Virginia's Grayson Highlands State Park on Horseback

By Guest BloggerPosted September 29, 2018
A guest blogger shares her experience of the beauty of Grayson Highlands State Park by horseback and seeing the wild ponies.
Horseback riding at Graysons Highlands

Fall Road Trip to Virginia State Parks and Historic Covered Bridges

By Shellie AnnePosted September 28, 2018
It's time to plan your fall getaway to a Virginia State Park and a side trip to a Virginia Historic Covered Bridge.
Follow us to see the fall leaves at Virginia State Parks and nearby Historic Covered Bridges (this is an old tobacco barn at Smith Mountain Lake State Park)

Stop thinking about it, just take a hike

By Shellie AnnePosted September 22, 2018
More than 600 miles of trails await at Virginia State Parks, so stop thinking about it, just take a hike.
Escape the crowds, breathe fresh air, enjoy wildlife and take in the stunning scenery that only Virginia can offer.

The Perfect Leaf Peeping Destination in Virginia

By Shellie AnnePosted August 23, 2018
Fall at Fairy Stone State Park is a leaf peepers dream come true. Centrally located for day trips up on the Blue Ridge Parkway and surrounding foothills. Now is a good time to book a cabin.
Early morning around the lake is magical at Fairy Stone State Park, Va

4 Favorite Falls of Virginia State Parks

By Shellie AnnePosted June 21, 2018
Let's go for a walk in the woods to explore some of the waterfalls at Virginia State Parks.
Little Mountain Falls at Fairy Stone State Park in Virginia


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