Merchandise sales locations will be closed state-wide for the required annual inventory beginning Wednesday, April 15 and will reopen when completed on April 16.
Open fires are prohibited throughout the park from midnight to 4 p.m., Feb. 15 through April 30. Learn more.
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, category "Educational Activities" results in following blogs.New merchandise coming to Virginia State Parks in 2026
Posted April 07, 2026
The annual Merchandise Vendor Gift Show is the perfect time for staff to stock up the gift shop for fun and meaningful souvenirs for our guests. Talking to the vendors to better understand their products made it easy to shop for merchandise ideas.
The Importance of Vernal Pools
Posted March 30, 2026
Do you know what a vernal pool is and what animals live there? Vernal pools are important for some species survival. I highly recommend checking out a Vernal Pool Program at a Virginia State Park to learn more about these pools first-hand.
13 Spring Birding Adventures at Virginia State Parks
Posted March 27, 2026
Whether you're new to birding or an old hat, you will want to learn more about these fun spring birding adventures at Virginia State Parks.
A journey preserved: Southwest Virginia Museum's Fidel Socin Accordion on exhibit in Richmond
Posted March 26, 2026
The Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park is proud to share that one of its significant artifacts, a rare Fidel Socin accordion, is currently on loan to the Virginia Museum of History and Culture through September 2026.
New trail to explore at High Bridge Trail State Park
Posted March 11, 2026
High Bridge Trails State Park opened a new trail at the beginning of the year that gives guests a unique look underneath the majestic High Bridge.
Count Birds for Science: The Great Backyard Bird Count
Posted February 06, 2026
Every year, the Cornell Ornithology Lab asks the public to count birds in the name of science. Join us in the Great Backyard Bird Count at a park near you!
Winter activities at Powhatan State Park
Posted February 06, 2026
Powhatan State Park is more than just a summer destination as it offers several activities during the wintertime and into the transition to spring. Birdwatching, art programs and fun hikes are all great ways to get outside and make winter memories.
Where to wander this winter
Posted January 19, 2026
Wintertime is here and Virginia State Parks have numerous things for you to do despite the cold weather. Check out the many activities you can do solo or with friends and family to enjoy this winter season.
Virginia State Parks' Ranger Conservation Corps
Posted December 29, 2025
If you’ve ever thought, “I wish I could get paid to hang out in a state park,” then guess what? You can. Virginia State Parks is accepting application for its new internship program, Ranger Conservation Corps.
Virginia birds in "The 12 Days of Christmas"
Posted December 23, 2025
Winter is a great time for birding in Virginia. Participate in the Christmas Bird Count or simply go looking for winter wildlife on your own. Find out which Virginia birds you should be on the look out for this time of year.
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