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A group camping conversation: How to organize a trip that everyone will love

By Christen McKeyPosted August 12, 2024
Interested in planning a camping trip for a large group but not sure where to begin? This conversation with a group leader who recently organized a James River State Park trip may inspire you to pull off an epic outdoor adventure for your group.
Group camping at James River State Park

Explore indoors at a Virginia State Park

By Kim WellsPosted July 25, 2024
Don't let the rain, extreme heat or cold hinder your plans to visit a Virginia State Park. Here are five great ways to stay entertained at the park's indoor exhibits.
People indoors on a rainy day

How to have the best stargazing adventure in Virginia State Parks

By Haley RodgersPosted February 22, 2024
Looking for the best places to stargaze in Virginia State Parks? A good place to start is to visit one of our four state parks that are designated as International Dark Sky Parks. Let us give you tips to make it a great experience!
A dark black sky filled with stars and a dense spot in the middle that glows orange

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

Where to play disc golf at Virginia State Parks

By Starr AndersonPosted June 23, 2023
If you’re looking for a fun way to explore a park, check out our disc golf courses at Natural Bridge and Staunton River State Parks. They both offer a unique terrain and a different set of challenges for players of all skill levels.
Thistle Ridge Disc Golf Trail

Fall Activities at Virginia State Parks

By Kim WellsPosted October 06, 2022
Festivals, pumpkin painting, tree decorating, birdwatching, stargazing, water adventures and many more activities are available at Virginia State Parks this fall. Get some new ideas on how to make the most of your park visit.
Kids painting pumpkins at a fall festival

Epic Fall Road Trip

By Shellie AnnePosted September 18, 2020
There is no place like Virginia in the fall. If you love leaves, you'll want to check out my favorite leaf peeping road trip that even includes a spectacular waterfall and stops at some unique historic sites.
Head to the mountains this fall, you

Viewing and Photographing Dark Skies

By Jessica BowserPosted April 11, 2020
Artificial light pollutes our night skies and prevents us from seeing the full sky. Escaping the light can be difficult, but luckily there are several locations where dark skies exist.
Four Virginia State Parks are Dark Sky certified

The Critters of Natural Bridge

By Guest BloggerPosted June 29, 2019
The magnificent bridge aside, upon closer inspection there's a lot more to see at this fantastic Virginia State Park.
Green herons are also common in Virginia creeks, lakes, and rivers. These chicken-sized birds are well camouflaged and very hard to see in the shadows and underbrush at Natural Bridge State Park

5 Historic Parks in Virginia to Celebrate Presidents Day

By Shellie AnnePosted February 08, 2019
Our nation's first president grew up along the shores of the Potomac River, almost next door to where we have a fabulous state park. Virginia's state parks offer rich national history.
A majestic Bald Eagle soars high above the historic James River in Virginia


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