Reserve a Ranger

Schedule some fun at New River Trail State Park! The Reserve a Ranger program allows families and small groups to schedule fun activities in the park. These programs are offered for a minimum of four people, between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Scheduling is weather dependent and based on staffing availability. 

Pre-registration is required, so to request a ranger please call (276) 699-6778 and leave a message. Please provide your phone number, number in your group, and a contact phone number. Meeting location will be provided during registration confirmation. Registration is not confirmed until you hear back from a ranger.

Program Selection:
- Shot Tower Tour (free, 75 steps to the top of the tower)
- Historic Village of Foster Falls Tour (free, one-mile walk on uneven terrain)
- Austinville Lead Mines Walk (free)
- Fries, VA Walking Tour (free)
- Caboose Tour (free)
- Inn Tour (free)
- Native Animal Skins and Skulls Demo (free)
- Wildflower Walk (free)
- Crafts or Movie at the Discovery Center (free)
- Creek Play Program (free)
- Snorkeling on the New River (free)
- Caving ($20/person, ages 10+)
- Field Games (Highland, Colonial, Appalachian, African and Indigenous Games)
- Beginning Birding with a Naturalist (free)
- Biking the New River Trail Tour (free without bike rental) 
- Van Tour of New River Trail ($15/person)

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