Open fires are prohibited throughout the park from midnight to 4 p.m., Feb. 15 through April 30. Learn more.

Read Our Blogs

Search "find-a-park"Clear results in following blogs.

Count Birds for Science: The Great Backyard Bird Count

By Mary BishopPosted 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!
A Painted Bunting at Kiptopeke State Park, Virginia.

Spring Burning Restrictions February 15 through April 30

By Nancy HeltmanPosted January 29, 2026
Per state law, open fires are prohibited in all Virginia State Parks from midnight until 4 p.m., February 15 through April 30. Find out about the one exception in this blog.
We obey the law when it comes to burn bans at Virginia State Parks to help prevent wildfires

How to enjoy Virginia State Parks in winter

By Guest BloggerPosted December 31, 2025
How can we make the most of the winter season? Whether at home or in a park, we can explore nature! By taking a hike, creating a nature craft or playing in the snow, we can experience winter to the fullest.
A branch covered in icicles with a mountain overlook out of focus in the background and a bright blue sky above

Holiday shopping at Virginia State Parks

By Starr AndersonPosted November 18, 2025
The holiday season is upon us, and with it comes the challenge of finding the perfect gifts for friends and loved ones. If you want to avoid crowded malls and generic presents, consider a trip to one of Virginia's state parks.
Holiday Shopping

Is There Glamping at Virginia State Parks? How About a Yurt

By Shellie LeetePosted October 15, 2025
Experience the park from a new perspective when you stay in a Virginia State Park Yurt.
Experience the park from a new perspective when you stay in a Virginia State Park Yurt - this is at Powhatan State Park, Va

An iconic southwest Virginia State Parks road trip

By Shellie LeetePosted October 06, 2025
Consider your next incredible scenic road trip by connecting door to door state parks in Virginia's mountains.
We

6 favorite fall camping spots at Virginia State Parks

By Shellie LeetePosted September 09, 2025
When the temperatures drop, it signals the perfect time for camping in my book. If you're like me, we love to say bye-bye to the heat of summer, the insect repellent and sunscreen.
Overlooking the dock and Lakeside Campground at Douthat State Park, va

Field trip and homeschooling opportunities at Virginia State Parks

By Starr AndersonPosted August 05, 2025
Virginia is home to a diverse array of state parks, each offering unique natural landscapes, rich history and hands-on educational experiences, making them perfect extensions of the classroom.
Douthat State Park

Christmas in July: Top 5 Virginia State Parks gifts

By Starr AndersonPosted July 29, 2025
Christmas in July is the perfect time to beat the heat and get a head start on your gift list. Whether you're shopping for the outdoorsy type, a parks superfan here are our top 5 gifts at Virginia State Parks.
Virginia State Parks outline design

7 places to park your RV at Virginia State Parks

By Guest BloggerPosted June 17, 2025
Take your RV to any of these seven Virginia State Parks for a great time!
Chippokes State Park campground with an RV at it with trees surrounding it and a sandpad with a bug net on it


Older posts →

By Park