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.

Expedition Environment: Conservation Exploration

Location of Machicomoco State Park in Virginia

Where

Machicomoco State Park, 3601 Timberneck Farm Road, Hayes, VA 23072.
Outdoor Classroom

When

June 20, 2022. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Want to work outside, in the woods, or with wildlife? Come and get a taste with our rangers as you participate in mock wildlife and plant estimates and play through a series of mini games to learn more about the importance of conservation. This program is ideal for participants ages 10+ and requires pre-registration through the park office to include a $5 charge which covers all supplies. This is one of three in the Expedition Environment series where completion of all three will earn the participant a special series sticker. This program will meet at the outdoor classroom off the car top boat launch parking area. Please call the park office at (804) 642-2419 to reserve your spot or for any inquiries about this program.

Warped tulip poplar with hole in the middle

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: $5 per participant.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 804-642-2419
Email Address: machicomoco@dcr.virginia.gov