Park After Dark: Night Hike

Location of Natural Bridge State Park in Virginia

Where

Natural Bridge State Park, 6477 South Lee Highway, Natural Bridge, VA 24578.
Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot

When

July 26, 2025. 8:45 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.

Experience the park at night with a ranger guide pointing out stars and planets, nocturnal wildlife, and the joys of a natural night with low light pollution. This moderate 1.5-mile hike will give you a chance to encounter owls, lightning bugs, shooting stars, and the moonlit silhouette of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

This family-friendly hike is best enjoyed in closed-toe shoes with a water bottle in hand; flashlights are encouraged, but for much of the hike we will avoid unnecessary light. When it comes to constellations and nighttime wildlife, you might just see more with the lights off! The program cost is $3 per participant.

Pre-registration is required as space is limited. To register, follow this link here. A ranger will call before your program to take pre-payment by credit card over the phone. Pre-payment is required to hold your spot; please ensure you can make it to the program as we cannot offer refunds. Questions? Please call (540) 254-0795 to speak with a ranger.

A starry night sky

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: No.
Extra fee: 1-2 people: $3/person; 3 or more people: $8/family.
Registration required: Yes.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 540-291-1326
Email Address: NaturalBridge@dcr.virginia.gov