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Adventure Series running events are not your run-of-the-mill races

By Christen McKeyPosted October 11, 2024
Up for a fun, challenging adventure? Get a glimpse into what the Virginia State Parks Adventure Series has to offer. With various lengths and types of trails, these three events provide diversity that runners of all skill levels can enjoy.
Pawpaw 10 Miler and 5 Miler at Powhatan State Park

How to have the best stargazing adventure in Virginia State Parks

By Haley RodgersPosted February 22, 2024
Looking for the best places to stargaze in Virginia State Parks? A good place to start is to visit one of our four state parks that are designated as International Dark Sky Parks. Let us give you tips to make it a great experience!
A dark black sky filled with stars and a dense spot in the middle that glows orange

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

Passengers of the White Lion: Enslavement at Chippokes and Beyond

By Brenna GeraghtyPosted August 11, 2019
In August of 1619, a small foreign ship rocked the lives of Virginia colonists, bringing passengers who would change the course of history, not to mention that of Chippokes.
Looking across the river from Chippokes, curious onlookers would have been able to see the Dutch cargo ship in August 1619

James River State Park named an International Dark Sky Park

By Jim MeisnerPosted March 20, 2019
James River State Park in Buckingham County will become the second state park in Virginia, the 44th park in the United States and only the 64th park in the world with the designation.
James River State Park being named an International Dark Sky Park by the International Dark-Sky Association (IDA).

Tie The Knot Where Eagles Soar

By Shellie AnnePosted November 30, 2017
Set high above the Potomac River is this idyllic wedding setting and venue, Westmoreland State Park.
Tie the knot where eagles soar high above the Horse Head cliffs at Westmoreland State Park, Virginia Photos courtesy of Harmony Lynn Photography

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