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.
Operation Oyster Reef
Where
York River State Park, 9801 York River Park Rd., Williamsburg, VA 23188.
Visitor Center
When
March 11, 2023. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
The oyster reef is one of the most dynamic ecosystems of the Chesapeake Bay. Come and discover what makes them so important to the health of the bay as well as our commercial fishing industry. See how our park is contributing to create this habitat.
Other details
Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 757-566-3036
Email Address: YorkRiver@dcr.virginia.gov
Event types
Kids/Family | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History