Open fires are prohibited throughout the park from midnight to 4 p.m. through April 30 per the 4 p.m. Burning Law. This includes wood and charcoal. Gas is permissible. Campground fires are allowed during the restricted time if a camp host is on duty and signage to that effect is posted in the campground. Failure to observe the 4 p.m. Burning Law can result in a fine. Contact the Park Office for additional information.

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5 ways to spend more time in nature in 2024

By Starr AndersonPosted January 18, 2024

If your New Year’s resolution is to spend more time outside this year, look no further than Virginia State Parks. With 42 unique parks from the Cumberland Gap to the Atlantic Ocean, the opportunities for outdoor adventures are endless.

December Kayaking at Fairy Stone State Park

By Guest BloggerPosted December 12, 2023

Guest blogger Glen Mitchell shares the view from his kayak during a trip to Fairy Stone in December, 2019 with his wife.

Top 5 things to do at Pocahontas State Park

By Kim WellsPosted August 31, 2023

Whether you stay in a cabin for a weeklong vacation or visit for one day, Pocahontas State Park has something for everyone to enjoy. These top five activities offer a variety of fun ways to explore and experience the park. Come see for yourself!

Widewater State Park Provides Access to the Potomac River and Aquia Creek

By Kim WellsPosted August 30, 2023

Widewater State Park is growing and now offers two new amenities that allow water access for recreational activities. The park has a new boat ramp and a new paddle craft launch that provide entry to the Potomac River and Aquia Creek.

View of Aquia Creek from the paddle launch. Seeing greenery and marsh plants on the left and water with sparkling sunshine on the right, with a line of trees in the background.

5 must-do activities at New River Trail’s Foster Falls

By Starr AndersonPosted July 12, 2023

There is no shortage of activities for visitors at New River Trail. The 57-mile linear park has more than 10 different access points; however, the Foster Falls area serves as a great activity hub no matter your interest.

Broken Bridge is Broken No More

By Sarah WilkinsonPosted September 24, 2019

A great spot along The Lakeshore Trail for fishing and so much more at Holliday Lake State Park.

Broken Bridge at Holliday Lake State Park.

Two More Unforgettable Experiences Under Two Hours from Williamsburg

By Shellie AnnePosted August 20, 2019

If you like to fish, bike, bird watch or beach comb then read on to see two more parks to explore on Virginia's beautiful waterways.

Beachcombing on the Chesapeake Bay at Kiptopeke State Park in Virginia is a fun year-round activity, you may even find a live sanddollar

6 Fantastic Parks for Family Adventure

By Shellie AnnePosted June 11, 2019

If you're looking for some fun and adventure this summer, you might want to check out this list.

Grab a paddle and hit the water at Douthat State Park, Va

Ain't She Sweet: Cabin 11 at Occoneechee State Park

By Shellie AnnePosted June 04, 2019

Lovely cabin 11 at Occoneechee State Park will knock your socks off. This is part of a fun cabin series that will give you some inside information on a specific cabin at a specific park.