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Cocoa on the Cliffs

Location of Westmoreland State Park in Virginia

Where

Program Location: Visitor Center
Main Park Address: Westmoreland State Park, 145 Cliff Road, Montross, VA 22520.

When

Jan. 31, 2026. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Join a ranger for a cozy conversation about our cliffs, erosion, and how to preserve the scenery of a landscape that is constantly changing while enjoying a nice cup of hot cocoa! The Horsehead Cliffs, a result of Miocene era sedimentation, bring visitors to Westmoreland State Park from far and wide to hunt for fossils or admire their scenic beauty.

View of the horsehead cliffs from the Potomac river

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 804-493-8821
Email Address: westmoreland@dcr.virginia.gov