Due to the expected impact of the winter storm, all Virginia State Park overnight facilities will be closed from Friday, Jan. 23 through Tuesday, Jan. 27. This decision is based on the forecast for unsafe conditions and potential power outages. For updates click here.
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Where to wander this winter
Posted January 19, 2026
Wintertime is here and Virginia State Parks have numerous things for you to do despite the cold weather. Check out the many activities you can do solo or with friends and family to enjoy this winter season.
A Trip to a Beach Where the Wild Things Are
Posted 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.
Most Popular Instagram Spots in Virginia State Parks
Posted October 18, 2019
If you love the great outdoors and sharing it online, then you'll want to see which parks are top posts on Instagram.
Proof that Hungry Mother State Park is a Nationwide Attraction
Posted June 06, 2019
It is normal to see visitors from surrounding states in any Virginia State Park, but Hungry Mother State Park brings them in from across the nation!
Do You Have a Favorite Campground?
Posted April 05, 2019
An outdoor photographer shares the gem of a campground that his family loves, and it's found right here in Southwest Virginia.
Winter Hiking Tips: Grayson Highlands
Posted January 18, 2019
A well prepared winter hike can offer views that you just can't see the rest of the year.
The Perfect Leaf Peeping Destination in Virginia
Posted August 23, 2018
Fall at Fairy Stone State Park is a leaf peepers dream come true. Centrally located for day trips up on the Blue Ridge Parkway and surrounding foothills. Now is a good time to book a cabin.
Love Shines in This Special Place
Posted October 22, 2017
The mountains joyfully bear witness to the joining of these two hearts at Hungry Mother State Park.
Waggin' Trails: Who Let the Dawgs Out?
Posted January 20, 2017
Junie B wants to know who let the dawgs out at Virginia State Barks in this edition of the Waggin' Trails series.





















