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.

Roving Ranger

Location of Chippokes State Park in Virginia

Where

Chippokes State Park, 695 Chippokes Park Rd., Surry, VA 23883.
College Run Trail Beach Access

When

Nov. 11, 2022. 12:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

An interpretive ranger is out of the office, roving around the park, and hoping to run into visitors to show off a few special items from our collection. A lone ranger will be stationed at the beach alongside the College Run Trail.

If you have an item you'd like to share with us, if you need help identifying what you've stumbled upon while beach combing, if you have any questions about the park or wildlife, etc. You know just where to find us!

If it's raining, thundering, or lightning, we will see you at the Visitor Center!

Interpretive Ranger shows turtle to guests during a roving ranger program.

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 757-294-3728
Email Address: Chippokes@dcr.virginia.gov