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.
Veterans Day Flag Retirement Ceremony
Where
Chippokes State Park, 695 Chippokes Park Rd., Surry, VA 23883.
Campground
When
Nov. 11, 2021. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Following a long standing tradition, American Legion Post 160 will perform a flag retirement ceremony at the Chippokes campground fire ring. With a guest speaker and an explanation of the process of retiring a flag, the event will be a powerful experience for all ages. The public is welcome to attend and bring any used or tattered flags they would like to be retired during the ceremony.
Other details
Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 757-294-3728
Email Address: Chippokes@dcr.virginia.gov
Event types
History/Culture | Kids/Family | National Events