February is Black History Month. Take a trip across the state with a focus on the history to learn, honor and celebrate the contributions of African-Americans in Virginia State Parks.

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.

Wintertime is the perfect time to view wildlife at a Virginia State Park. Enjoy a ranger-led or self-guided program that showcases the birds and wildlife that reside at the park. Bring your binoculars so you can better view these stunning animals.

Dive deeper into the history of Group Camp 7 during a virtual program hosted by Pocahontas State Park.

Learn more about what lies beneath the skin,fur and feather of animals!

Summertime brings the afternoon thunderstorms, so when the beach is closed what else can you do at a Virginia State Park? We have a few suggestions.