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Trot the trails this Thanksgiving at Virginia State Parks

By Christen McKeyPosted November 10, 2025

A holiday weekend centered around the gathering of family and friends in gratitude beckons to be spent in the tranquility of Virginia’s outdoors. Trot over to a state park and make a few memories this Thanksgiving!

15 fall festivities at Virginia State Parks

By Kim WellsPosted September 11, 2025

With cooler temperatures approaching, this is the perfect time to enjoy the foliage and fall festivities at a Virginia State Park. There are numerous events throughout the Commonwealth for the whole family to enjoy. Get outside and enjoy the season.

Ultimate Father's Day Gift: Virginia State Parks

By Shellie AnnePosted June 02, 2025

Give dad the ultimate gift, time spent together outdoors. At Virginia State Parks, we have great events happening Father's Day weekend to take advantage of!

5 ways to experience High Bridge Trail State Park

By Kim WellsPosted April 30, 2025

High Bridge Trail State Park follows an old railroad bed with little incline which makes it perfect for walking, biking and horseback riding. There are several trailheads to start your journey through numerous towns and across Central Virginia.

Farmville entrance to High Bridge Trail State Park

What's new at Sky Meadows State Park?

By Laura SchliesskePosted March 14, 2025

For a park that has been a part of the Virginia State Parks system for more than 40 years and a working farm for more than 200 years, Sky Meadows State Park is keeping things fresh with a new trail and an addition to the campground.

A trail with yellow-orange trees along a stone wall to the left of the trail and an open pastoral vista to the right under blue sky.

Follow the Fall Foliage Report

By Maggi TinsleyPosted September 15, 2023

In our annual Fall Foliage Report you'll find information about leaf color changes that participating parks share each week in October.

Fall Activities at Virginia State Parks

By Kim WellsPosted October 06, 2022

Festivals, pumpkin painting, tree decorating, birdwatching, stargazing, water adventures and many more activities are available at Virginia State Parks this fall. Get some new ideas on how to make the most of your park visit.

Kids painting pumpkins at a fall festival

Welcoming Spring with color

By Amy AtwoodPosted March 28, 2020

Do you know the difference between native plants and invasive plants?

Native plants are important for wildlife.

Leave No Trace: Climbing

By Guest BloggerPosted October 19, 2019

Climbers have long recognized and embraced the need to respect, preserve, and sustain their natural surroundings, and Leave No Trace ethics are a centerpiece to our climbing experience.