Open fires are prohibited throughout the park from midnight to 4 p.m., Feb. 15 through April 30. Learn more.

Spider!

Location of Hungry Mother State Park in Virginia

Where

Program Location: Beach
Main Park Address: Hungry Mother State Park, 2854 Park Blvd., Marion, VA 24354.

When

Aug. 27, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Did you know that spiders are one of nature's best pest controls? Even though many people are scared of spiders, they really aren't as scary as they seem. Stop by the interpretive rangers' table and discover how cool and helpful spiders can be while you make a spider craft of your own.

Fishing spider

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 276-781-7400
Email Address: HungryMother@dcr.virginia.gov