High Country Clean Up 2026

Location of Grayson Highlands State Park in Virginia

Where

Grayson Highlands State Park, 829 Grayson Highland Ln., Mouth of Wilson, VA 24363.
Massie Gap

When

April 22, 2026. 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

High Country Clean Up

Join park staff, Friends of Grayson Highlands State Park and the Appalachian Trail Conservancy volunteers for the High-Country Clean-up! Volunteers will help with trash removal, high country campsite dismantling, and clearing trails. Tools and trash bags will be provided. Volunteers are asked to bring good boots to hike in, gloves, and water and a snack. Plan to meet at Massie Gap for a moderate hike into the back country that will be approximately 4 miles in length.

For additional information, please reach out to Kathryn.Miller@dcr.virginia.gov.

About Earth Day

In celebration of Earth Day on April 22, Virginia State Parks offers a range of special events and activities highlighting the importance of conservation and sustainability. Visitors are invited to participate in educational programs, guided nature walks, wildlife observation, tree plantings and service projects to help preserve the beauty and biodiversity of the state’s 44 parks.

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 276-579-7092
Email Address: GraysonHighlands@dcr.virginia.gov