Events in Virginia State Parks

The Delta Aquarids meteor shower is an average meteor shower that can produce up to 20 meteors per hour at its peak.

The Perseids meteor shower is one of the best meteor showers to observe, producing up to 60 meteors per hour at its peak.

Staunton River State Park is home for many different types of wild animals. Hike around the park and see if you can spot some of these homes. Remember to think outside the box on this one. Some animals live in trees, some live in the ground, and some live in the water.

This program is all about learning how to identify wild animals by the tracks that they leave behind.

Get creative and discover the magic of upcycling! Join us in repurposing glass bottles that were headed to the landfill by painting your own vase.

Welcome to Staunton River State Park!

In our park's nature center, you can see many different native animals of Virginia.

Archery programs are some of the best recreational activities that State Parks have to offer.

Throughout the summer we offer multiple opportunities for you to take a tour of our beautiful park by wagon ride.

Come join the storytellers from CHAOS (Chapel Hill Astronomical and Observational Society) on the Observation Field to share the stories of the stars.

Time to go on a scavenger hunt in the campground. Staunton River’s campground is nestled back in the woods right beside the Staunton River and is the perfect place to spot some interesting rocks, animals, and plant life. Each guest will be provided with a list of items to find. Will you be the first to find them all? If so, then you may receive a prize at the end of the program. Everyone will meet at the Visitor Center and the hunt will start from there.

Want to learn how to play the outdoorsman’s version of BINGO? Each guest will be given a Virginia State Parks Bingo Card with a picture or a word in each box. If you find five objects in a row on your card, then you get BINGO. Let's set out on the trail and see what kind of natural wonders we can find. Along the way we might also be able to observe the Staunton River and learn about the history of the Park.

This program is all about learning how to identify wild animals by the tracks that they leave behind.

Welcome to Staunton River State Park!

Come on out to the park and test your paddling skills.

Let’s go on a fun "History Hike" at Staunton River State Park. Our interpretive ranger will lead the hike on River Bank Trail and talk about the exciting history of the Staunton River and our beautiful State Park.

Let’s head over to Edmunds Lake and try to wrangle in some big fish.

Enjoy a movie under the stars.

Let’s go on a fun "History Hike" at Staunton River State Park. Our interpretive ranger will lead the hike on River Bank Trail and talk about the exciting history of the Staunton River and our beautiful State Park.

Want to learn how to play the outdoorsman’s version of BINGO? Each guest will be given a Virginia State Parks Bingo Card with a picture or a word in each box. If you find five objects in a row on your card, then you get BINGO. Let's set out on the trail and see what kind of natural wonders we can find. Along the way we might also be able to observe the Staunton River and learn about the history of the Park.

Get creative and discover the magic of upcycling! Join us in repurposing glass bottles that were headed to the landfill by painting your own vase.

Welcome to Staunton River State Park!

Have you ever wondered what owls look like?

Join us at the Visitor Center and let's venture out into ancient times!

Staunton River State Park is home for many different types of wild animals. Hike around the park and see if you can spot some of these homes. Remember to think outside the box on this one. Some animals live in trees, some live in the ground, and some live in the water.

Join us for a nighttime tour of our beautiful park. Staunton River State Park is a certified international dark sky park. Take a look into the cosmos at the stars, planets, constellations, and galaxies far far away. Take in the cool summer evening air as we make our way through the park. You will have opportunities to observe the Staunton and Dan rivers at night and see the reflection of the full moon out on the water.

Want to go on a scavenger hunt in the wilderness? Let’s go on a hike on the Captain Staunton Trail and try to find some of nature’s hidden treasures. All guests will be provided with a list of items to find while we are out on the trail. The first person to find them all will get a prize.   All materials will be provided by the park. There is no fee for this program, but the standard parking fee is required unless you are a cabin or campground guest.

This program is all about learning how to identify wild animals by the tracks that they leave behind.

This ranger-led hike will teach you the principles of "Leave No Trace".

Welcome to Staunton River State Park!

Let's venture out in search of the great bumble bee.

Come on out to the park and test your paddling skills.

Let’s head over to Edmunds Lake and try to wrangle in some big fish.

Enjoy a movie under the stars.

Time to go on a scavenger hunt in the campground. Staunton River’s campground is nestled back in the woods right beside the Staunton River and is the perfect place to spot some interesting rocks, animals, and plant life. Each guest will be provided with a list of items to find. Will you be the first to find them all? If so, then you may receive a prize at the end of the program. Everyone will meet at the Visitor Center and the hunt will start from there.

Staunton River State Park is home for many different types of wild animals. Hike around the park and see if you can spot some of these homes. Remember to think outside the box on this one. Some animals live in trees, some live in the ground, and some live in the water.

This program is all about learning how to identify wild animals by the tracks that they leave behind.

Welcome to Staunton River State Park!

In our park's nature center, you can see many different native animals of Virginia.

Archery programs are some of the best recreational activities that State Parks have to offer.

Throughout the summer we offer multiple opportunities for you to take a tour of our beautiful park by wagon ride.

Come join the storytellers from CHAOS (Chapel Hill Astronomical and Observational Society) on the Observation Field to share the stories of the stars.

Want to go on a scavenger hunt in the wilderness? Let’s go on a hike on the Captain Staunton Trail and try to find some of nature’s hidden treasures. All guests will be provided with a list of items to find while we are out on the trail. The first person to find them all will get a prize.   All materials will be provided by the park. There is no fee for this program, but the standard parking fee is required unless you are a cabin or campground guest.

Want to learn how to play the outdoorsman’s version of BINGO? Each guest will be given a Virginia State Parks Bingo Card with a picture or a word in each box. If you find five objects in a row on your card, then you get BINGO. Let's set out on the trail and see what kind of natural wonders we can find. Along the way we might also be able to observe the Staunton River and learn about the history of the Park.

Let’s go on a fun "History Hike" at Staunton River State Park. Our interpretive ranger will lead the hike on River Bank Trail and talk about the exciting history of the Staunton River and our beautiful State Park.

Welcome to Staunton River State Park!

Archery programs are some of the best recreational activities that State Parks have to offer.

This ranger-led hike will teach you the principles of "Leave No Trace".

Throughout the summer we offer multiple opportunities for you to take a tour of our beautiful park by wagon ride.

Enjoy a movie under the stars.

Come on out to the park and test your paddling skills.

Want to go on a scavenger hunt in the wilderness? Let’s go on a hike on the Captain Staunton Trail and try to find some of nature’s hidden treasures. All guests will be provided with a list of items to find while we are out on the trail. The first person to find them all will get a prize.   All materials will be provided by the park. There is no fee for this program, but the standard parking fee is required unless you are a cabin or campground guest.

Let’s head over to Edmunds Lake and try to wrangle in some big fish.

Enjoy a movie under the stars.

Staunton River State Park is home for many different types of wild animals. Hike around the park and see if you can spot some of these homes. Remember to think outside the box on this one. Some animals live in trees, some live in the ground, and some live in the water.

Let’s go on a fun "History Hike" at Staunton River State Park. Our interpretive ranger will lead the hike on River Bank Trail and talk about the exciting history of the Staunton River and our beautiful State Park.

We need our Girl Scouts to lead the way and help to create a better planet for us all. Come on out to Staunton River State Park and explore our rivers, trails, and open spaces.

Come join the storytellers from CHAOS (Chapel Hill Astronomical and Observational Society) on the Observation Field to share the stories of the stars.

Join us as we remove litter and other debris from our shoreline. Staunton River State Park sits at the confluence of the Staunton and Dan Rivers. Where these two rivers meet is the beginning of the John H.

The Orionids meteor shower is an average meteor shower producing up to 20 meteors per hour at its peak.

The Fall 2025 installment of the Staunton River Star Party will be sponsored by CHAOS (Chapel Hill Astronomical and Observational Society) and hosted at Staunton River State Park.

Join us for a spooky fun night under the stars!

Join us for a public viewing night during the Fall Staunton River Star Party.

The Leonids meteor shower is an average meteor shower producing up to 15 meteors per hour at its peak.

Come join the storytellers from CHAOS (Chapel Hill Astronomical and Observational Society) on the Observation Field to share the stories of the stars.

The Geminid meteor shower is considered by many to be the best of the year, producing up to 120 multicolored meteors per hour at its peak.

The Ursids meteor shower is a minor meteor shower producing 5-10 meteors per hour at its peak.

Come join the storytellers from CHAOS (Chapel Hill Astronomical and Observational Society) on the Observation Field to share the stories of the stars.

The Quadrantids meteor shower is an above average meteor shower with up to 40 meteors per hour at its peak.

Ring in the New Year by joining us on a Ranger led hike on the River Bank Trail.  Is your New Year's resolution to get in better shape, spend more time with friends and family, or to be in nature more?  This is the perfect opportunity to jump start those initiatives.  The hike will be about 2 miles with a difficulty level of easy/moderate.  We will have multiple opportunities to observe the Staunton River, Dan River and the largest lake in Virginia, the John H.

Come join the storytellers from CHAOS (Chapel Hill Astronomical and Observational Society) on the Observation Field to share the stories of the stars.

Come join the storytellers from CHAOS (Chapel Hill Astronomical and Observational Society) on the Observation Field to share the stories of the stars.

A total lunar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes completely through the Earth's dark shadow, or umbra.

The Spring 2025 installment of the Staunton River Star Party will be sponsored by CHAOS (Chapel Hill Astronomical and Observational Society) and hosted at Staunton River State Park.

Join us for a public viewing night during the Spring Staunton River Star Party.

The Lyrids meteor shower is an average shower, usually producing about 20 meteors per hour at its peak.

Come join the storytellers from CHAOS (Chapel Hill Astronomical and Observational Society) on the Observation Field to share the stories of the stars.

The Eta Aquarids is an above average meteor shower capable of producing up to 60 meteors per hour at its peak.

Come join the storytellers from CHAOS (Chapel Hill Astronomical and Observational Society) on the Observation Field to share the stories of the stars.

Come join the storytellers from CHAOS (Chapel Hill Astronomical and Observational Society) on the Observation Field to share the stories of the stars.

Come join the storytellers from CHAOS (Chapel Hill Astronomical and Observational Society) on the Observation Field to share the stories of the stars.

The Delta Aquarids meteor shower is an average shower that can produce up to 20 meteors per hour at its peak.

The Perseids meteor shower is one of the best meteor showers to observe, producing up to 60 meteors per hour at its peak.