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.

Luminary Nights with Carriage Rides at Natural Bridge State Park

Location of Natural Bridge State Park in Virginia

Where

Natural Bridge State Park, 6477 South Lee Highway, Natural Bridge, VA 24578.
Cedar Creek Trail

When

Dec. 11, 2022. 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Experience Natural Bridge State Park like never before, with festive lighting and roaring fires; the park is awash in the holiday spirit this December.

Enjoy an after dark stroll along the illuminated Cedar Creek Trail and under the Natural Bridge, lit up to show the crags and clefts of the arch in festive colors. Back at the pavilion, warm up around one of our campfires and relax with friends and family, or stop by to see Mr. and Mrs. Claus.

Friday and Saturday nights will be for pedestrians only. Regular admission applies ($9 for those 13 and up, $6 for those 12 and younger). Dress for the cold!

Carriage rides will be offered on Sunday nights at $20 per rider, admission included. Guests are welcome to walk the trail Sunday but will share the trail with the carriage. Regular admission applies for guests not taking a carriage ride.

Guests must register for carriage rides by calling (540) 254-0795. Due to demand, we cannot sell tickets for carriage rides at the door.

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: $20/person for carriage ride.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 540-291-1326
Email Address: NaturalBridge@dcr.virginia.gov