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.

2024 Valley View Hard Cider Challenge 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon

Location of Sky Meadows State Park in Virginia

Where

Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Ln., Delaplane, VA 20144.
Valley View Farm (1550 Leeds Manor Rd, Delaplane, VA 20144)

When

Sept. 15, 2024. 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Come enjoy the challenging routes of Sky Meadows State Park and Valley View Farm, home of the Gnarled Orchard. These courses are knotty, knot nice at the farm as they are a mix of cross country, trail, and hills! Runners may also redeem their drink ticket for sweet cider, juice or soda. To see what else Valley View Farm has to offer, click here. Runners receive: A glass of cider, wine or mead from Valley View, Finisher’s Medal, Technical (Drifit) Event Shirt, & A Chip Timed Event.

Walkers and leashed pets are welcome to attend this event. Now offering a virtual run option for those who cannot make it on race day. You will receive a medal. For more details or to register, please visit Bishop's Events online.

Registration Fees
5K – $35, until August 31 ($40)
10K – $50, until August 31 ($55)
Half – $70, until August 31 ($75)

***Price will increase on race morning by $5 for each distance

Proceeds benefit Paws for Purple Hearts

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: No.
Extra fee: $35 - $75.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 540-592-3556
Email Address: SkyMeadows@dcr.virginia.gov