Events in Virginia State Parks

Take a walk through the forested trail as the Full Moon rises in the sky.

Just as caterpillars grow and change, our Caterpillar Club programs are designed to help your little one grow and change.

Join us at Sailor's Creek Battlefield, as we celebrate Black History Month with the program "Follow the Drinking Gourd." We will begin with a short lecture at the Visitor Center on the Underground Railroad, highlighting the pioneers of that era and their remarkable strength in overcoming challenges.

Come and give our cornsnake Maverick some hugs at our Valentine's Day program!

What’s better than Valentine’s Day?

Come and give our cornsnake Maverick some hugs at our Valentine's Day program!

Self-Guided Activity  New River Trail State Park has more than 127 bird species; you're sure to see waterfowl, songbirds, and the occasional Bald Eagle and Osprey.

New River Trail State Park has more than 127 bird species; you're sure to see waterfowl, songbirds, and the occasional Bald Eagle and Osprey.

Love is in the air here at Sailor's Creek. Come Valentine's Day, stop by our Visitor Center and take a gander at the miniature exhibits devoted to the holiday that will be accenting our space.

Bring your canine companion and join the B.A.R.K.

The Senior Ranger series is geared towards senior citizens who are interested in learning more about nature and history.

Love is in the air!

Join us on Valentine's Day to observe the birds around us, using the ebird and Merlin Bird ID apps.

With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods.

"Roses are red, Violets are blue; Cupid can shoot a bow, now you can too!" Come do a unique activity with your sweetheart, best friend, or other half at this special Valentine's Day archery program at Widewater State Park.

Create a hand-made, nature-inspired souvenir to take home.

"Roses are red, Violets are blue; Cupid can shoot a bow, now you can too!" Come do a unique activity with your sweetheart, best friend, or other half at this special Valentine's Day archery program at Widewater State Park.

Meet Gertie and Birdie, our Educational Ambassadors, and interact with our knowledgeable rangers while they care for these beloved critters.

Join us at the park to celebrate Valentine’s Day with a new twist.

Explore an enchanting Valentine's Day evening amidst the rolling Blue Ridge Mountains as the sun sets and the world transitions from day to night!

Who, who, who are you?

Connect under the stars on this ranger-led hike through the night.

Need a night out?

What could be a better way to kick off your Saturday morning than enjoying a lovely two-mile round trip hike while searching for your favorite winged friends?

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Start your weekend with fresh air, beautiful scenery, comradery, and a feeling of accomplishment.

The Great Backyard Bird Count is an annual event promoted by the National Audubon Society and the Cornell Lab of Ornithology.

Connect to birds, to nature, and with each other!

Join our costumed interpreters for a demonstration of historical cooking methods in the Jones-Stewart Mansion's original brick kitchen.

Join us for a guided tour of the Visitor Center at High Bridge Trail State Park, where history and nature come together!

How did African slavery begin in the Virginia Colony and did they seek freedom from their condition?  Did any European indentured servants and Native Americans resist their lot as well?  Walking with us you will discover stories of rebellious conspiracies and courageous runaways and how they overcame the challenging terrain of Tidewater Virginia to elude their oppressors.  Reservations are required.

Kick off the Great Backyard Bird Count with a short hike led by a ranger!

After the iron industry moved away from the area, residents of Fayerdale went from mining to 'shining.

Meet a Ranger at the Visitor Center for a guided hike to see if you can spot any of our winter birds.

Calling all naturalists!

Douthat State Park is home to many fascinating mammals, including black bears.

Do you want to unleash your inner investigator?

During the winter, it can be difficult to tell trees apart.

Connect to birds, to nature, and with each other!

Eeeeeek, it's a snake! Like them or not, snakes are a part of our natural world and we must learn to live with them.

Enjoy a cup of hot chocolate with a ranger and engage in interesting discussions to gain a unique insight into local wildlife and conservation efforts.

Identifying trees can be tricky - In this informative lesson on tree identification, learn the tips and techniques used to identify and age local tree species.

Join the world in connecting to birds!

This historical building tour is designed to highlight the architecture of the time, designs, furnishings, special touches, ornate decor, and stories within the walls of the Jones-Stewart Mansion.

This winter, Powhatan State Park is offering Nature Journaling workshops at the Powhatan County Public Library!

Join our costumed interpreters for a demonstration of historical cooking methods in the Jones-Stewart Mansion's original brick kitchen.

With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods.  Meet with our naturalist/ranger who will help you discover the aquatic, insect, mammal, and plant life in the park’s ecosystems.

February 15th is National Susan B.

Discover the art of crafting your own paracord bracelet while learning how this versatile tool can prepare you for the unexpected.

What could be better than stunning birds and enjoyable crafts?

Connect to birds, to nature, and with each other!

Slither on down and join the Park Ranger for an in depth look into the fascinating lives of some local reptiles.

You can help restore the health of the Chesapeake Bay and Virginia’s rivers by participating in Mason Neck's Grasses for the Masses program.

Have you ever wondered why this park has two lakes?

Murders over moonshine rocked the town of Fayerdale in the 1920s and 30s, leaving a dying town remembered for tragedy rather than the mining operations that once made it a boomtown. Moonshining (illegal whiskey making) was quite prevalent in and around the Fairy Stone State Park area in the early 1900s. Jealousy, greed, and competition often led to feuds, brawls, and even killings.

Craft your way into the heart of nature at Claytor Lake State Park for Valentine's.

How much do you know about Douthat State Park's past?

Have you ever seen a timberdoodle dance in the twilight sky?

Launched in 1998 by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and National Audubon Society, the Great Backyard Bird Count is a community/citizen science project to collect data on wild birds.

New River Trail State Park has more than 127 bird species; you're sure to see waterfowl, songbirds, and the occasional Bald Eagle and Osprey.

Walk in the footsteps of moonshiners of decades gone by.

Join a ranger on a guided hike to learn more about different ecosystems found in the park.

Join the Rangers each week for story time!

Keep your eyes on the skies and come along as we dive into the art of bird journaling and discover fascinating facts about your favorite feathered friends.

During the winter, food becomes scarce for a lot of wildlife.

Connect to birds, to nature, and with each other!

Learn about the culinary history of Chippokes with costumed interpreters in the Jones-Stewart Mansion's brick kitchen.

Birds are everywhere around us.

Come join us for a rejuvenating session of Forest Therapy at Seven Bends State Park.

Build your very own bug hotel to help provide a winter habitat for beneficial insects.  Your creation will offer insects a special space to hunker down for the winter where they can breed and grow!

Join a ranger on this one-mile trek and discover the different flora and fauna that can be found in the winter. Be sure to wear warm, comfortable shoes and clothes, and bring a water bottle if possible.

February 15th is National Susan B.

Connect to birds, to nature, and with each other!

Ready, set, crawl, to join General Raphael, our non-releasable rescue eastern box turtle, as we explore more about her and the animal friends she shares her habitat with.

You can help restore the health of the Chesapeake Bay and Virginia’s rivers by participating in Mason Neck's Grasses for the Masses program.

Did you know there was once a thriving "boom town" located where our lake is today?

Owls are known as silent fliers, impeccable listeners, and skilled hunters.

Have you had a long or stressful day?

Join the park (and the world) in participating in the 27th annual Great Backyard Bird Count held Friday, February 16, through Monday, February 19, 2024.

Winter Trams at False Cape State Park and Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge offer the unique opportunity to observe and experience the incredible migration of waterfowl.

Calling all homeschoolers to join the rangers at Pocahontas State Park for monthly programs on the third Monday of the month.

Come join one of our Rangers on a guided hike through Widewater State Park!

With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods.

Calling all homeschoolers to join the rangers at Pocahontas State Park for monthly programs on the third Monday of the month.

"And for Winter, fly-fishing is as useful as an almanac out of date." - Izaak Walton Join our rangers on the last topic of our Animal Winter Adaptations series: fish!

Join a Ranger to learn about science and nature at Leesylvania State Park!

Explore the natural and historic world of Twin Lakes State Park with a ranger. This program is part of a homeschool series, but all curious kids are welcome.

Explore the natural and historic world of Twin Lakes State Park with a ranger. This program is part of a homeschool series, but all curious kids are welcome.

Join a Ranger to learn about science and nature at Leesylvania State Park!

This series of homeschool programs for students aged 8-12 will meet at the Visitor Center at Lake Anna State Park from 10am - 1pm on multiple dates.

Just as caterpillars grow and change, our Caterpillar Club programs are designed to help your little one grow and change.

The Friends of Twin Lakes State Park is an all-volunteer non-profit that supports Twin Lakes State Park.

Looking for something fun and educational to do while you're at the park?

With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods.

Meet Gertie and Birdie, our Educational Ambassadors, and interact with our knowledgeable rangers while they care for these beloved critters.

Join us for a special night hike through False Cape State Park.

Grab your binoculars and get outside.  Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy will lead these monthly hikes to discover and identify birds at Sweet Run State Park. We will explore parts of this beautiful 900-acre preserve to see what lives in it and visit its diverse habitats.

Visiting the park and looking for a ranger-led activity?

Winter Trams at False Cape State Park and Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge offer the unique opportunity to observe and experience the incredible migration of waterfowl.

Step back in time and experience the life of a Civil War soldier at Camp Paradise, High Bridge Trail State Park.