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.

Raising out of the box thinkers means getting our kids outside

By Guest BloggerPosted September 13, 2018

Photographer captures the colors and joy of being outside at Douthat State Park through the lens of being a Dad.

Family time together at a cabin at Douthat State Park Photo by Exposure Photography www.jonandjulie.com @exposurephoto

5 hikes near water at Virginia State Parks

By Shellie AnnePosted August 19, 2017

You can find hiking trails for all skill levels at Virginia State Parks, here are five favorite hikes that lead you along the water.

Take a leisurely walk or hike down Cedar Creek Trail at Natural Bridge State Park, Va

Best places to cool off this summer part 1

By Shellie AnnePosted April 19, 2017

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

This guarded swimming beach at Smith Mountain Lake State Park is perfect in the hot summertime

The Science and Magic of Fall at Virginia State Parks

By Adam DanielPosted October 16, 2015

Why do leaves change color in Autumn? There's a reason behind the transformation and when you come out to your favorite Virginia State Park you can ponder this with us.

Hike or Walk the Top Five Landscapes in Virginia this Spring

By Shellie AnnePosted April 10, 2015

Spring time is your invitation to get outside, and Virginia State Parks offers some of the most diverse landscapes to hike and walk and take it all in from the Cumberland Gap to the Atlantic seashore.