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Let's Go Backpacking

This event has been canceled.
Canceled due to circumstances beyond our control.
We are sorry for any inconvenience.

Location of Machicomoco State Park in Virginia

Where

Program Location: Interpretive Area
Main Park Address: Machicomoco State Park, 3601 Timberneck Farm Road, Hayes, VA 23072.

When

Aug. 16, 2025. 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Are you ready to broaden your horizons beyond car camping to enjoy a more challenging and immersive camping experience? The Let’s Go Adventures staff will teach you about all the backpacking essentials that you need to embark on your next backpacking adventure. Learn how to properly pack your backpack, plan your meals, map out your routes, and lay out the groundwork for your trip by planning ahead and preparing. When you load everything on your back and leave the car far behind, the freedom of the trail and adventure awaits. This program is 1-2 hours long. Limited to 20 Participants. Please call (804) 642-2419 to register.

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We strive to make our programming and special event opportunities accessible and inclusive to all. If you have any concern, please reach out to our front office to speak with a ranger or contact us through the park email address. We will attempt to accommodate all individuals or families for their unique circumstances and can do so best with advanced communication.

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 804-642-2419
Email Address: machicomoco@dcr.virginia.gov