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.

National Trails Day

Location of Natural Tunnel State Park in Virginia

Where

Natural Tunnel State Park, 1420 Natural Tunnel Pkwy., Duffield, VA 24244.
Stock Creek Recreation Area

When

June 4, 2022. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Test your adventurous side with a guided into the Tunnel or get low as you follow the path underground for one of our wild cave tours.

10 a.m. – Wild Cave Tour: Bolling Cave: Explore the underground world of caves in their true form. Crawl through crevasses and waddle through tunnels. View the archeology room, soda straws, and columns. Guests will be given a helmet, with a LED light on it, along with gloves and knee pads. Expect to get dirty during exploration. This program is open to anyone age 8 and up. Cost is $15 per person or $12 per person for groups of 4 or more.

1 p.m. – Stock Creek Passage: View the tunnel from the inside out. This strenuous walk will include crossing boulders and rocks, just like the early adventurers. Once inside the tunnel you will hear stories about how the tunnel was formed and see a fault line. Wading attire, a flashlight and a wading staff are highly recommended. Pre-registration is required. Cost is $5 per person. This program is open to anyone age 6 and up.

Pre-registration is required for both programs. Contact the park office to reserve your spot: 276-940-2674.

Hiking Trail

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 276-940-2674
Email Address: naturaltunnel@dcr.virginia.gov