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.

First Day Hike - Christmas Opossum

Location of Caledon State Park in Virginia

Where

Caledon State Park, 11617 Caledon Rd., King George, VA 22485.
Visitor Center

When

Jan. 1, 2022. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

The legendary Christmas Opossum has come again and has hidden ornaments around the Fern Hollow Trail. Take an easy one mile hike and help us find them and earn a holiday reward. Before our journey, we will gather to explain the rules of the search. Afterwards, join a ranger for the telling of the Legend of the Christmas Opossum.

This program is free, but let us know you are coming by calling us at (540)663-3861. Please come dressed for the weather.

Can't make the guided hike? Create your own First Day Hike experience in the park.

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: No.
Extra fee: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 540-663-3861
Email Address: Caledon@dcr.virginia.gov