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.

Tsenacomacoh Tools & Tech: Smoke and S'mores

Location of Machicomoco State Park in Virginia

Where

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

When

July 1, 2022. 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Fire and smoke were used by Virginia Indians for clearing land, felling trees, hollowing out massive logs, and “s’more”! Pre-register to learn how fire was used to topple trees and participate in scraping out our park canoe using shells and flames where your hard efforts will be rewarded with a sweet and tasty s’more. This program is ideal for participants ages 8+ and pre-registration is required through the park office to include a $5 charge which covers all supplies. The 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.

Dugout canoe with a field in the background

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