Open fires are prohibited throughout the park from midnight to 4 p.m. through April 30 per the 4 p.m. Burning Law. This includes wood and charcoal. Gas is permissible. Campground fires are allowed during the restricted time if a camp host is on duty and signage to that effect is posted in the campground. Failure to observe the 4 p.m. Burning Law can result in a fine. Contact the Park Office for additional information.

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How to make the most of a yurt stay at Virginia State Parks

By Haley RodgersPosted March 13, 2024
Staying in a yurt is a unique experience. At Virginia State Parks, we offer them as an alternative to camping, to immerse yourself into nature while enjoying some comforts of a cabin – some call this glamping.
Yurt #1 at Machicomoco State Park in the fall. Photo by Haley Rodgers.

Winter Hiking Tips: Enjoying the off-season at Virginia State Parks

By John GreshamPosted January 09, 2024
Hiking offers challenges and opportunities to enjoy the off-season at Virginia State Parks!
Winter at Virginia State Parks

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

Fall foliage at Virginia State Parks: Peak periods by region

By Starr AndersonPosted October 04, 2023
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

Remembering Hurricane Isabel

By Annette BarefordPosted September 22, 2023
A look back at how Hurricane Isabel affected Virginia State Parks.
Westmoreland Picnic Area

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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Crabs of the Chesapeake Bay

By Guest BloggerPosted May 08, 2020
Discover the different types of crabs that can be found at some of your Virginia State Parks
Blue Crab

Is There Glamping at Virginia State Parks? How About a Yurt

By Shellie AnnePosted January 25, 2020
Experience the park from a new perspective when you stay in a Virginia State Park Yurt.
Experience the park from a new perspective when you stay in a Virginia State Park Yurt - this is at Powhatan State Park, Va

Top 12 Scenic Roads of Virginia State Parks

By Shellie AnnePosted 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 at Hungry Mother State Park

Cooking Our Way Across Virginia: First Landing State Park

By Guest BloggerPosted August 30, 2019
Join Andrew and his family as they cook their way through Virginia State Parks one campfire at a time.
We begin our journey at First Landing State Park with this campfire meal

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