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Snow Stories

Location of Pocahontas State Park in Virginia

Where

Pocahontas State Park, 10301 State Park Rd., Chesterfield, VA 23832.
Visitor Center

When

July 25, 2025. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

It may be summer, but it's never too early to start wishing for snow. Join a ranger to learn facts and folklore about this controversial form of precipitation. Take a peek at how rain turns to snow each winter, make your own snowflake with paper, and see a mini snowstorm in a jar.

This program is suitable for all ages. Please call 804-796-4472 or email Rebecca.Whalen@dcr.virginia.gov for more information.

Know Before You Go: Before your visit, find the most up to date health and safety information here.

photo of snow in the forest

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 804-796-4255
Email Address: Pocahontas@dcr.virginia.gov