Merchandise sales locations will be closed state-wide for the required annual inventory beginning Wednesday, April 15 and will reopen when completed on April 16.

Open fires are prohibited throughout the park from midnight to 4 p.m., Feb. 15 through April 30. Learn more.

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5 day itinerary to explore the Farmville Five

By Kim WellsPosted August 04, 2022

There are five Virginia State Parks located in Farmville and each one offers a unique look at the area while providing a variety of recreational activities that can be experienced in a fun 5-day trip.

Sign of Historic Farmville Train Station with blooming flowers underneath

August Adventures Worth the Trip

By Andrew SporrerPosted July 29, 2020

Beat the heat: head toward the water for theseÂ adventures at a Virginia State Park near you.

Salamander Strong

By Guest BloggerPosted May 20, 2020

Exploring Vernal Pools near you. Let's see what you can find!

We Meet Again - The Flora of Spring

By Tom KneippPosted April 30, 2020

Greeting some old friends that visit each spring!

4 Lakes That'll Knock Your Socks Off This Fall at Virginia State Parks

By Shellie LeetePosted September 12, 2019

It's never too early to plan that fall getaway. Here are four lakes we know you'll love this fall at Virginia State Parks.

Pick up a paddle and experience the leaves from the lake at Douthat State Park, Va

Top 12 scenic roads of Virginia State Parks

By Shellie LeetePosted September 01, 2019

Virginia has scenic country roads in aces; here are some of the most beautiful roads in Virginia State Parks.

A part of the famous ride known as the Back of the Dragon atÂ Hungry Mother State Park

Loving Lost Barr

By Tom KneippPosted July 28, 2019

Chief Ranger Tom Kneipp shares some trail thoughts about the beloved Lost Barr Trail at Bear Creek Lake State Park .

Fallen trees have opened the forest canopy, allowing in more light so that younger trees can flourish. at Bear Creek Lake State Park, Va

Life to Springs

By Tom KneippPosted April 09, 2019

Sometimes a renewed intermittent spring just appears for a while then fades, seeping up from underground just above the bedrock layer. Learn more about these at Bear Creek Lake State Park.

Spring House. This spring was most likely framed in the late 1930s at the time Bear Creek Lake was being developed as a recreation area. You would have heard tin cups here on a hot summer day.

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

By Shellie LeetePosted November 19, 2018

Start your kids out on the right foot byÂ hikingÂ and enjoying the great outdoors found at Virginia State Parks.Â Here are three trails with some extra tips to help you out.