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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Slowing down to see the signs of spring

By Adam DanielPosted March 16, 2023

Spring break is a great time to get outside and see the returning wildlife. Hike a few trails and see what life is budding outside at a state park.

Osprey & Prey Season

By John GreshamPosted March 01, 2021

Osprey are flying back to the area. So are their favorite fish.

Meet the Marsh: Creatures and Critters

By John GreshamPosted September 09, 2020

Let's discover the fish, mammals, and reptiles of the estuarine marshes.

Meet the Marsh: Grass & Sky

By John GreshamPosted August 20, 2020

Discover what birds and plants live in the marshes at York River State Park

A Trip to a Beach Where the Wild Things Are

By Adam DanielPosted July 07, 2020

There is joy in wild places one cannot find in the city. There is tranquility and familiarity in a forgotten world. A stillness reminding us it is normal to go slow, to observe the little things, and not always be on the move.

Rainbow and sand dunes at False Cape State Park, Va

Spring in Paradise

By Brenna GeraghtyPosted March 16, 2020

Relax and explore the tranquil Paradise Garden at Chippokes State Park

Capturing the Moment and Capturing the Hard to Capture

By Adam DanielPosted January 31, 2019

Like some of the best things in life, the rewards are all the sweeter if you have to work for it a little. False Cape State Park is one of these, you just have to work to get there.

The Science and Magic of Fall at Virginia State Parks

By Adam DanielPosted October 16, 2015

Why do leaves change color in Autumn? There's a reason behind the transformation and when you come out to your favorite Virginia State Park you can ponder this with us.