Douthat After Dark

Location of Douthat State Park in Virginia

Where

Douthat State Park, 14239 Douthat State Park Rd., Millboro, VA 24460.
Discovery Center

When

July 10, 2025. 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

Experience the park in a whole new light, without the light! Join a ranger-led night hike through Douthat State Park as we explore the sights and sounds of the forest after sunset. From twinkling lightning bugs to hooting owls and croaking frogs, the nighttime world comes alive in magical ways. We’ll also talk about how our senses sharpen in the dark and discover the amazing adaptations that help nocturnal animals thrive. Space is limited, sign up in the Park Office.

This guided hike covers just under a mile with some elevation gain on uneven terrain through the woods at night. Closed-toe shoes are required for your safety.

Parks are for everyone. If you have accessibility questions or concerns, please call 540-862-8114 or email Hannah.Johnson@dcr.virginia.gov.

hike at dusk

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: Yes.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 540-862-8100
Email Address: Douthat@dcr.virginia.gov

Event types

Astronomy/Stargazing | History/Culture | Kids/Family | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History

Additional dates

Douthat After Dark - July 17, 2025. 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Douthat After Dark - July 24, 2025. 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Douthat After Dark - July 31, 2025. 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

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