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Hiking Molly's Knob at Hungry Mother as a Master Naturalist

By Haley RodgersPosted April 25, 2025
What a Virginia Master Naturalist sees along the trail while hiking to Molly's Knob at Hungry Mother State Park.
View from the top of Molly

Mother and daughter become Virginia Master Hikers and Master Naturalists together in 1 year

By Guest BloggerPosted April 22, 2025
Kelly and her daughter decided to take on Trail Quest with a goal of completing it in one year. Along the way they decided to both become Master Naturalists, too. Learn about their adventurous year, how they planned it out and her recommendations.
Left: Mother and daughter pose with their Master Hiker certificates after completing Trail Quest. Right: Daughter lays in between all their trail maps and car tags from park visits.

Trail running through Trail Quest: Q&A with Master Hiker, Jessica Hairfield

By Haley RodgersPosted October 29, 2024
Interviewing Master Hiker Jessica Hairfield on her experience with Trail Quest. Jessica is a trail runner who ran on the trails during most of her park visits. She shares her experiences, her favorite parks to trail run at and advice for new runners.
Park ranger presents a certificate that says Master Hiker on it to Jessica who is holding a snake, in front of a sign that reads "Welcome to Pocahontas State Park"

Top 5 things to do at Fairy Stone State Park this fall

By Starr AndersonPosted October 01, 2024
Fairy Stone State Park is the perfect place to make memories this fall, here is our list of the top five things to make it happen.
Fairy Stone

6 reasons to visit Natural Bridge this fall

By Starr AndersonPosted September 16, 2024
When you think of Natural Bridge State Park, the first thing that comes to mind is probably the 200-foot-tall Natural Bridge. This iconic Virginia landmark is truly awe-inspiring, but if you haven't explored the rest of the park, you're missing out.
Natural Bridge

Fall foliage at Virginia State Parks: Peak periods by region

By Starr AndersonPosted September 12, 2024
There’s nothing quite like fall at Virginia State Parks, and every park experiences peak fall colors at different times. Check out our list of recommendations for the best spots to see fall foliage as you plan your fall getaway.
Fall foliage

Top 5 things to do at Seven Bends State Park

By Starr AndersonPosted September 28, 2023
Find five fun activities for you to enjoy at Seven Bends State Park, in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley.
Seven Bends State Park aerial image showing the river, mountains and farmland surrounding it

Making the Most of Our Trail Quest Adventure

By Guest BloggerPosted December 28, 2021
Debra Ryder shares her experiences of completing Trail Quest with her partner RJ Meade. They started 2021 by going on a First Day Hike which kicked off their journey to visiting all 41 Virginia State Parks in under one year.
Debra Ryder and RJ Meade hiking at Belle Isle State Park.

Don't Get Lost in the Woods
.... Unless You Want To

By Nancy HeltmanPosted October 08, 2020
New Virginia State Parks maps use GPS technology and the Avenza Map app to help with way-finding.
Enjoy the hike!

Visiting Grayson Highlands, It's Not Just a Walk in the Park

By Kara AsbothPosted July 22, 2020
Grayson Highlands State Park is not your typical walk in the park, due to high altitudes, weather conditions and not being prepared.
Sunrise at Grayson Highlands

Jack the Border Collie at Grayson Highlands State Park

By Jack the Border ColliePosted March 04, 2020
Jack's back and this time running at Grayson Highlands with his pawrents. They also have some good advice for other dogs and their pawrents.
One of many vistas at Grayson Highlands State Park

Jack the Border Collie at Fairy Stone State Park

By Jack the Border ColliePosted February 06, 2020
Jack is a trail runner and he wants to share his reviews of some of our State Park trails.
Jack poses at Fairy Stone Lake

Parking for overnight backpacking at Grayson Highlands

By Amy AtwoodPosted October 28, 2019
Grayson Highlands is feeling the love of popularity of its trails.
Grayson Highlands State Park serves as a gateway to the Appalachian Trail.

Leave No Trace: Climbing

By Guest BloggerPosted October 19, 2019
Climbers have long recognized and embraced the need to respect, preserve, and sustain their natural surroundings, and Leave No Trace ethics are a centerpiece to our climbing experience.
Grayson Highlands is a natural destination for rock climbers 

Favorite Autumn Hikes in Virginia

By Shellie AnnePosted October 03, 2019
Leaf peepers are always looking for the best place to view the autumn leaves, here are some great suggestions from Virginia State Parks trails.
Experience the fall views from above the lake at Douthat State Park, Va

An iconic southwest Virginia State Parks road trip

By Shellie AnnePosted September 20, 2019
Consider your next incredible scenic road trip by connecting door to door state parks in Virginia's mountains.
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5 Incredible Parks for a Day Hike in Western Virginia

By Shellie AnnePosted July 10, 2019
Escape the crowds and hit one of these scenic hiking trails in western Virginia, you'll thank yourself for it later.
Experience hiking in the highest part of Virginia at Grayson Highlands State Park, jaw dropping scenery at every turn

Spring Has Finally Sprung at Shenandoah River State Park

By Guest BloggerPosted April 06, 2019
It's been a long, snowy winter but, now winter's grip has finally started to loosen.
Virginia Bluebells at Shenandoah River State Park

Top 5 Reasons to Spend Time at Hungry Mother State Park This Summer

By Guest BloggerPosted March 25, 2019
If you're planning your family vacation, then you'll be glad to discover that Hungry Mother State Park offers some of Virginia’s finest recreational opportunities.
Summer fun at Hungry Mother State Park in Virginia begins at the beach

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