National Public Lands Day
Where
Wilderness Road State Park, 8051 Wilderness Rd., Ewing, VA 24248.
Visitor Center
When
Sept. 27, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
In honor of National Public Lands Day, Wilderness Road State Park will host a guided hike along the Pioneer Trail. During this easy to moderate hike, view and discuss the evolution from trace to trail and learn what conservation opportunities exist so that you can ensure use for generations to come.
Track chair is available for those who wish to participate but have accessibility needs.
Registration in advance is recommended.
About National Public Lands Day
Virginia State Parks celebrates National Public Lands Day each September by inviting volunteers and visitors to take part in the largest single-day volunteer effort for public lands in the country. Join in preserving and enhancing the natural beauty of the state’s public lands through a variety of hands-on activities, including trail maintenance, tree plantings, invasive species removal, litter clean-ups and educational programs on the importance of conservation. Parking fees are waived at most Virginia State Parks for National Public Lands Day (excludes Grayson Highlands and the admission fee at Natural Bridge and Southwest Virginia Museum).
Other details
Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 276-445-3065
Email Address: WildernessRoad@dcr.virginia.gov
Event types
Kids/Family | National Events | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History | Special Event
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