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.

Fossil Hike

Location of Westmoreland State Park in Virginia

Where

Westmoreland State Park, 145 Cliff Road, Montross, VA 22520.
Big Meadow Trailhead

When

April 28, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Join a ranger and learn about the natural history of Westmoreland State Park and about the particular fossils you can find here. This one-way hike is 0.6 miles down to Fossil Beach where you can put to use what you learn. Meet at the Trailhead of Big Meadow Trail. 

Photo of a hand holding numerous fossilized shark teeth

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 804-493-8821
Email Address: westmoreland@dcr.virginia.gov

Event types

Arts/Crafts/Photography Workshops | Kids/Family | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History

Additional dates

National Trails Day- Fossil Hike - June 1, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

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