Merchandise sales locations will be closed state-wide for the required annual inventory beginning Wednesday, April 15 and will reopen when completed on April 16. 

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

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These Eight Reasons to Go Outside Will Put a Spring in Your Step

By Shellie LeetePosted April 03, 2019
Spring showers bring May flowers to the mountains, Piedmont, and coastal Virginia State Parks. Exploring our parks in bloom is sure to put a spring in your step.
Saucer Magnolia in full bloom welcomes visitors to Caledon State Park, Virginia

Spring Surprise

By Monica HoelPosted April 02, 2019
Spotted Salamanders and importance of Citizen Scientists at Hungry Mother State Park.
Chief Ranger Visitor Experience Tanya Hall and the exciting discovery at Hungry Mother State Park, Va

Top 5 Reasons to Spend Time at Hungry Mother State Park This Summer

By Guest BloggerPosted March 25, 2019
If you're planning your family vacation, then you'll be glad to discover that Hungry Mother State Park offers some of Virginia's finest recreational opportunities.
Summer fun at Hungry Mother State Park in Virginia begins at the beach

6 Best Beginner Kayaking Locations in Virginia

By Shellie LeetePosted March 18, 2019
If you want to learn to kayak this spring, there's no better place than at a Virginia State Park. And we've even got the kayaks, paddles, life-jackets and guides to help you along. This is a fun activity for all ages.
Paddle the Potomac from Westmoreland State Park

Why Kids Love Virginia State Parks

By Shellie LeetePosted March 06, 2019
There isn't enough paper in the world to contain the stories of the fun found over the generations at Virginia State Parks. Don't just take our word for it, find out for yourself why kids love Virginia State Parks.
We love to explore Virginia State Parks (Spillway at Douthat State Park)

How to Visit a Virginia State Park for Free

By Shellie LeetePosted 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

Up a Creek with a Paddle at Hungry Mother State Park

By Guest BloggerPosted February 15, 2019
If you want to learn something new, now's the time to book that long weekend or summer vacation, and Hungry Mother State Park can help you get off the couch to enjoy outdoor recreation with or without a paddle.
Hungry Mother State Park Lake offers a getaway from all your cares in the mountains of Virginia

Three Great Places to Fly a Kite in Virginia

By Shellie LeetePosted 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

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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