Longtime visitors to Douthat may remember the Lakeview Restaurant. It offered guests home-cooked meals and beautiful views. The restaurant may look a little different today, but it still serves delicious meals with a gorgeous view.

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.

Don't let the rain, extreme heat or cold hinder your plans to visit a Virginia State Park. Here are five great ways to stay entertained at the park's indoor exhibits.

A brief note about my trip to the mountains.

A hiker shares some great fairy stone finds over the Christmas holidays.

REI Co-Op Members receive special discounts at Virginia State Parks.