Halloween Happenings

By Starr AndersonPosted October 12, 2023

Halloween brings a variety of events to state parks across Virginia. From trunk-or-treats to scavenger hunts, there's something for everyone at a state park this spooky season.

Collage of three photos, one on the left is Southwest Virginia Museum decorated with Halloween decor like spider webs on the front gate, middle photo is a full moon under pink clouds with black silhouette of trees at the bottom, to the right is a scarecrow in a field. Text over the collage says Halloween Happenings at Virginia State Parks

13 Fall Festivals at Virginia State Parks

By Kim WellsPosted September 19, 2023

Enjoy the fall season at a Virginia State Park festival or event. Listed are 13 festivals and events that celebrate the fall season, but be sure to visit the park's webpage to see more programs and events taking place.

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Parks for the last splash of summer near Roanoke

By Shellie AnnePosted August 01, 2019

If you're looking for fun in the sun and a way to cool off near Virginia's Blue Ridge, then we have a few parks we know you'll love.

Spend the day relaxing in the warm sun and cooling off in the little lake at Fairy Stone State Park, Va

Do You Have a Favorite Campground?

By Guest BloggerPosted April 05, 2019

An outdoor photographer shares the gem of a campground that his family loves, and it's found right here in Southwest Virginia.

A Favorite Park for Camping - Claytor Lake State Park (Photo used with permission by Kenton Steryous)

Five Unforgettable Park Experiences Within an Hour of Roanoke Part 1

By Shellie AnnePosted February 12, 2019

State parks are perfect for fun day trips. We're highlighting five Virginia State Parks under an hour's drive from the Roanoke area in this two-part series.

Douthat State Park has more than 43 miles of hiking, mountain biking and bridle trails. It also surrounded by the George Washington National Forest for even more wooded trails to ride.

Best places to cool off this summer part 2

By Shellie AnnePosted April 28, 2017

If you are looking for a place to cool off this summer, then you are in luck, we have a couple more suggestions, and then a couple more after that. This is part 2 of this series.