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Virginia birds in "The 12 Days of Christmas"

By Guest BloggerPosted 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.

A medium size bird on a dead tree, surrounded by pine trees. It

Camping and paddling at Machicomoco State Park

By Guest BloggerPosted June 30, 2025

Ralph Heimlich is an experienced paddler and member of Chesapeake Paddlers Association who is sharing his adventures during his trip to Machicomoco State Park. He and his group camped at the park and enjoyed some time on the water.

A Tidewater road trip: Machicomoco, York River and Chippokes

By Christen McKeyPosted July 17, 2024

Whether you're working on your Trail Quest journey or ready for the next camping excursion, this three-park itinerary offers a “choose your own adventure” road trip. Summer is a great time to enjoy these state parks in the Tidewater area!

The interpretive area at Machicomoco State Park. Photo: Christen McKey

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.

5 things to do at Machicomoco State Park

By Kim WellsPosted October 24, 2023

Machicomoco State Park is Virginia's 40th state park and is truly a special place to visit. The park has a unique history and is surrounded by diverse wildlife habitats that provide a perfect place to anyone to enjoy.