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.

Staunton River Star Party: Fall 2022

Location of Staunton River State Park in Virginia

Where

Staunton River State Park, 1170 Staunton Trail, Scottsburg, VA 24589.
Observation Field

When

Oct. 24, 2022 12:00 p.m. - Oct. 30, 2022 12:00 p.m.

The Fall 2022 installment of the Staunton River Star Party will again be sponsored by CHAOS (Chapel Hill Astronomical and Observational Society) and hosted by Staunton River State Park. This week long astronomy festival has gained the attention of astronomers from all over the eastern seaboard and beyond. Registration for this event is required and is run by CHAOS. Astronomers are allowed to camp on the Observation Field during this event. If you are interested in making a campground or cabin reservation for the Star Party, please contact the park. Bathrooms, showers, and food service are offered by the park during this event. Please note the entire event is NOT open to the public; however, the public is invited to attend the Observation Session on October 28, which runs during this festival.

photo of a telescope in a field at sunset

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: No.
Extra fee: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 434-572-4623
Email Address: StauntonRiver@dcr.virginia.gov

Event types

Astronomy/Stargazing | Festival | Kids/Family | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History | Special Event

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