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MLK Day of Service - Litter Cleanup

Location of York River State Park in Virginia

Where

Program Location: Visitor Center
Main Park Address: York River State Park, 9801 York River Park Rd., Williamsburg, VA 23188.

When

Jan. 19, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

This is a rescheduling of the monthly litter cleanup due to weather - the cleanup will now take place on MLK Day.

Join the rangers to give back a bit of your time and help maintain the beauty of York River. Locations for litter pickup will vary month to month, so please meet at the Visitor Center. Cleanup supplies and tools will be provided! Parking fees are waived for volunteers when visiting the park to volunteer.

Please register here to allow us to create a head count and reach out in case of postponement.

Registration is not required for first time volunteers, but if you are interested in volunteering in Virginia State Parks, please complete the application here

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: No.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: Yes.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 757-566-3036
Email Address: YorkRiver@dcr.virginia.gov