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Saying I Do Under Virginia's Most Beautiful Iconic Landmark

By Shellie AnnePosted December 06, 2018

Photographer Mike Kropf of Eastbrook Photography shares one couple's experience tying the knot under the grand arch of Natural Bridge, one of Virginia's most iconic and historic landmarks.

Yes you can get married under the arch at Natural Bridge State Park in Virginia (Image source: Mike Kropf of Eastbrook Photography)

How do you pass the cute test?

By Guest BloggerPosted December 03, 2018

Every creature has a job in the wild, and part of our jobs at Virginia State Parks is to teach others what that is.

Have you ever considere what makes a bat a magical, fascinating member of our community? Hungry Mother State Park, Virginia

5 Awesome Primitive Campgrounds in Virginia

By Shellie AnnePosted December 03, 2018

If you are willing to get there, we have some unique primitive campgrounds available year-round at Virginia State Parks. From paddle-in to hike-in campsites from rivers to coastal camping.

Primitive camping is the way to experience a park in a new way False Cape State Park campsite #6 beachfront camping on the Atlantic Ocean

Visit Hungry Mother in the Between Times and it Might Bring a Surprise

By Guest BloggerPosted November 30, 2018

When leaves all fall at once, it’s a lot like watching a snow storm. What I had never noticed is that when leaves fall one at a time, it’s more like observing snowflakes: each with its own unique flight pattern.

Visit Hungry Mother State Parks during the “between times” when you least expect to be amazed by what you see.

How to Bring Virginia State Parks Home with You

By Bob Diller and Kevin DivinsPosted November 23, 2018

Guest bloggers Bob and Kevin share how you can stop and take a moment to bring Virginia State Parks memory home with you as a photo.

The sun setting over the concrete ships at Kiptopeke State Park and Chesapeake Bay in Virginia

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

Paddleboarding with Dogs: Tips and Tricks for a Fun, Successful Paddle

By Guest BloggerPosted October 24, 2018

Ever wonder how to Paddleboard with your pup? Guest bloggers give useful tips on teaching your dog to Stand-up paddleboard with you at Virginia State Parks.