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5 ways to spend more time in nature in 2026
Posted December 22, 2025
If your New Year's resolution is to spend more time outside this year, look no further than Virginia State Parks. With 44 unique parks from the Cumberland Gap to the Atlantic Ocean, the opportunities for outdoor adventures are endless.
High Bridge Trail State Park completes extension into Pamplin
Posted April 24, 2024
High Bridge Trail now connects to Pamplin City after many years in the making and DCR is excited to be a part of the town's story. This new western terminus is a great place to start your trek on High Bridge Trail State Park.
Trails, From a Ranger's Perspective
Posted April 04, 2019
Trails are one of the favorites in state parks but they require planning and hard work.
Adventures Under 10
Posted February 26, 2019
Virginia State Parks offers something for most anyone even those under the age of 10.
















