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

Foxy Moves

Location of Widewater State Park in Virginia

Where

Program Location: Visitor Center
Main Park Address: Widewater State Park, 101 Widewater State Park Road, Stafford, VA 22554.

When

April 4, 2026. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Foxes have long been represented as tricksters, and they may have even tricked you!

Did you know that red foxes are not the only fox species found in Virginia? Did you know that European settlers helped the spread of red foxes in Virginia? Do you know why? Join a ranger to discover the secrets of these tricky critters.

Red Fox yawning

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 540-288-1400
Email Address: widewater@dcr.virginia.gov