Many of you might be new to Virginia or may have just discovered Virginia State Parks and are wondering what to do there. You've come to the right place!

You'd be hard pressed to find a better hiking and biking gem like Douthat State Park just an hour from Roanoke with over 43 miles of trails plus a lake to boot.

It's been a long, snowy winter but, now winter's grip has finally started to loosen.

Trails are one of the favorites in state parks but they require planning and hard work.

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.

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.

Virginia State Parks offers something for most anyone even those under the age of 10.

Working for Virginia State Parks, Ranger Blevins gets to hike many trails, but here is her favorite.

Sunsets over the winding river are just part of what make this park a favorite, and accessibility for those with mobility issues is another.

A well prepared winter hike can offer views that you just can't see the rest of the year.

A visit to one of the least visited Virginia State Parks may not be for everyone, read on to see why.

Many of you made the trails of a Virginia State Park a part of your New Year's resolution, let's keep that momentum going.

Learn more about the best hiking trails in Virginia as guest blogger Lauren MacGregor and husband make it their goal to hike them at every Virginia State Park.

Time to capture the old farm lanes and scenic meadows along the winding river at Shenandoah River State Park. This is another of Bob and Kevin's fun series as they explore Virginia one park at a time.

You are invited to go to the woods. Breathe in the crisp winter air. Beauty, life, and rest await you at Caledon State Park.

We have trails for all ability levels, but which trail is right for you? Let's find out and learn some clever ways to get outside at Virginia State Parks.

Park Manager Andrew Philpot shares why fall and winter hiking are his favorite seasons to get out in the parks to explore.

Guest bloggers Bob and Kevin share how you can stop and take a moment to bring Virginia State Parks memory home with you as a photo.

Start your kids out on the right foot by hiking and enjoying the great outdoors found at Virginia State Parks. Here are three trails with some extra tips to help you out.

If you're unable to hike to the highest mountain peaks in Virginia, but are looking for a lovely place to sit and take in the great outdoors at a Virginia State Park, then we've got ya covered.