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Eight great lakes at Virginia State Parks

By Kim WellsPosted October 16, 2025
Fall is the perfect time to check out these stunning lakes across the Commonwealth. See the colorful reflections of the trees, enjoy a nice hike around the lake or maybe do some fishing. Go have your next fall adventure today!
Buggs Island Lake at Occoneechee

Fishing at Virginia State Parks

By Kim WellsPosted March 20, 2025
Whether you prefer fishing in lakes, rivers, creeks, oceans or the bay, there are plenty of places to cast your line at a Virginia State Park. To enjoy more time on the water be sure to book your stay in a cabin, campground, yurt or lodge.
Kayak fishing at Bear Creek Lake

The Elegant Redbud

By Guest BloggerPosted April 15, 2020
Look for the pink blooms of the Eastern Redbud that help welcome spring.
The rosy pink flowers that emerge in early spring

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

Three Great Places to Fly a Kite in Virginia

By Shellie AnnePosted February 13, 2019
Flying a kite provides a winning combination of exercise, fresh air and loads of fun and with February being one of the windiest months in Virginia, we can't help but think it's time to dust off the kite and find that perfect place to fly.
Flying a kite along the bay at First Landing State Park in Virginia is ideal

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