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High Bridge Trail State Park completes extension into Pamplin

By Kim WellsPosted 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.
Ribbon cutting at High Bridge Trail new extension

Backyard birding – bird identification tips

By Jessica BowserPosted April 30, 2020
Being able to identify the birds makes birding more exciting.
Birding is a great way to get to know the birds that live around you.

Art with Dart Pt.1

By Katharine LipscombPosted April 15, 2020
We are bringing Art with Dart to you at home.
Meet Dart an Eastern Box Turtle

Take a Hike Back in Time

By Kara AsbothPosted September 19, 2019
Claytor Lake State Park introduces a self-guided tour of the park's past, through nostalgic images and tour points to guide you along the way.
Claytor Lake State Park Virtual History Tour

Before Chippokes: A Year with the Quiyoughcohannock

By Brenna GeraghtyPosted May 21, 2019
Find out who lived here before Chippokes was founded in 1619.
Every part of the Quiyoughcohannocks

Governor's Award winner keeps SWVA history alive

By Martha WileyPosted April 20, 2019
Regional historian Dr. Lawrence Fleenor has volunteered since 2005 at the Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park, sharing his enthusiasm and love for area history with countless visitors.
Ellenbrook, one of the stunning historic homes on the Tour to Eden bus tour

Trails, From a Ranger's Perspective

By Guest BloggerPosted April 04, 2019
Trails are one of the favorites in state parks but they require planning and hard work.
Rhododendron

How to Visit a Virginia State Park for Free

By Shellie AnnePosted March 01, 2019
Find out how you and your whole family can visit a state park for free.
Your next visit to a Virginia State Park could start at the library

Adventures Under 10

By Amy AtwoodPosted February 26, 2019
Virginia State Parks offers something for most anyone even those under the age of 10.
Learning at the Critter Crawl at Hungry Mother State Park

A Ranger's Favorite Hike

By Guest BloggerPosted February 10, 2019
Working for Virginia State Parks, Ranger Blevins gets to hike many trails, but here is her favorite.
Sunrise in the mountains at Hungry Mother State Park


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