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One of the most scenic sites in all of Virginia

By Shellie AnnePosted August 28, 2017
This roadside attraction draws more selfies than most any other in Virginia and it is under an hour from Douthat State Park.
Now is the time to visit Falling Spring as a side trip from Douthat State Park, Virginia

A Whimsical Woodsy Wedding

By Shellie AnnePosted August 26, 2017
One couple share their love of the great outdoors in this fun filled whimsical wedding at one of our favorite Virginia State Park mountain venues.
A whimsical and inspiring wedding lakefront at Hungry Mother State Park in Virginia - photos courtesy of Anna Hedges Photography

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

Eloping at a Virginia State Park

By Guest BloggerPosted August 16, 2017
Wedding Photographer Maria Grace shares some of the reasons couples love eloping at a Virginia State Park.
Say I do at First Landing State Park- Photo credit: Maria Grace Photo https://mariagracephoto.com/

A Story Book Wedding in the Formal Gardens

By Shellie AnnePosted August 09, 2017
The ideal setting to vow your love one to the other has never been simpler than at Chippokes State Park in Surry Virginia.
Your dreams can come true at Chippokes State Park - wedding photography courtesy of Lauren Simmons Phoography

FAQs: Can I Have My Wedding at a Virginia State Park?

By Shellie AnnePosted July 27, 2017
This series will focus on Frequently Asked Questions at our Virginia State Parks. Part 7 answers the question of hosting weddings at our state parks.
Bride preparing for the biggest day of her life at Chippokes State Park - Photo Credit Lauren Simmons Photography

A Fall Fairy Tale Wedding

By Shellie AnnePosted July 26, 2017
A rustic woodsy venue that overlooks a mountain lake is the perfect place to say I do on a beautiful fall day.
Wanting to incorporate purple into her wedding attire the bride added purple crinoline, purple shoes, and a gorgeous purple sash - Photo by Natalie Gibbs at Fairy Stone State Park, Virginia

Happily Ever After is Proclaimed at this Mountain Wedding Spot

By Shellie AnnePosted July 12, 2017
Love and marriage in the great outdoors is a natural occurrence at this amazing mountain spot in Southwest Virginia.
Dreams do come true - Wedding at Grayson Highlands State Park - All photos by Holly Cromer Photography

Photo Opportunities Abound at this Virginia Beach Wedding Venue

By Shellie AnnePosted June 27, 2017
We are privileged to have such an amazing place to host large and intimate weddings in Virginia called First Landing State Park.
The boardwalk leading to the beach makes a beautiful setting for photographing the newlyweds. First Landing State Park wedding photo courtesy of Caitlin Gerres Photography

An Authentic Mountain Wedding Venue

By Shellie AnnePosted June 14, 2017
Couples have been saying I DO at this historic mountain venue for decades, read this article to see why.
Couples have been saying I DO at Douthat State Park for decades. Wedding Photography at Douthat State Park by Craig Spiering Photography.

Stunning Wedding Venue along the Shores of the Rappahannock River

By Shellie AnnePosted June 02, 2017
One couple found the perfect wedding venue in a mansion along the shores of the Rappahannock River at Belle Isle State Park in Virginia, and one photographer found his favorite color shoot.
Fabulous wedding venue Bel Air area at Belle Isle State Park - Photo credit required Chip Litherland from Eleven Weddings Photography

What's your camping style?

By Shellie AnnePosted May 24, 2017
Happy campers have been enjoying the great outdoors at Virginia State Parks for over 80 years. Park'rs we want to know, what is your preference, tent, RV or other?
Family and friends tent camping or RV

Virginia's secret wedding venue hidden in plain sight

By Guest BloggerPosted May 07, 2017
A hidden gem in central Virginia made for the most memorable day in this travel writer's life.
Sarah and Tim making an entrance as husband and wife at Swift Creek Hall, Pocahontas State Park Virginia

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.
Having fun together cooling off  in the lake at Hungry Mother State Park, Virginia

A Nature Photographer Shares a Few of His Unexpected Finds

By Guest BloggerPosted April 20, 2017
One nature photographer and wildlife enthusiast shares a few of his unexpected finds at Pocahontas State Park while looking for something else.
Butterflies - The given name for a group of butterflies is Kaleidoscope, and looking at this shot it is easy to see why. The Eastern Tiger Swallowtail is Virginia

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

Family Fishing and Crabbing Fun at Kiptopeke State Park

By Staci MartinPosted April 08, 2017
Third installment in Kiptopeke State Park Park of the Month series. Family Fishing and Crabbing Fun. This is updated and shared again in 2017 from 2014.
Family fishing together on the pier at Kiptopeke State Park, Virginia

A natural setting for weddings and other special celebrations

By Shellie AnnePosted March 12, 2017
From a historic plantation with formal gardens to lakefront gazebos, consider holding your special event at a Virginia State Park.
Dad walks his little girl to her espoused at this waterfront setting at Hungry Mother State Park

Waggin' Trails: Who Let the Dawgs Out?

By Junie BPosted January 20, 2017
Junie B wants to know who let the dawgs out at Virginia State Barks in this edition of the Waggin' Trails series.
Adam and his German Shepard, Leia at Powhatan State Park! A different way to spend black Friday.

Amazing places to stay overnight in the parks that aren't cabins

By Shellie AnnePosted October 04, 2016
Did you know Virginia State Parks has options other than cabins and camping for staying overnight? Learn more about them in this article.
Bel Air House comfortable library that looks out on the lawn and deep creek of the beautiful Rappahannock River from Belle Isle State Park, Virginia


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