Open fires are prohibited throughout the park from midnight to 4 p.m. through April 30 per the 4 p.m. Burning Law. This includes wood and charcoal. Gas is permissible. Campground fires are allowed during the restricted time if a camp host is on duty and signage to that effect is posted in the campground. Failure to observe the 4 p.m. Burning Law can result in a fine. Contact the Park Office for additional information.
Between 04/12/2023 and 06/30/2023
(62) Events Found For All Event Types
Park: Belle Isle State Park
April 13, 2023. 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Belle Isle State Park Camp Store
Take a Walk on the Wild Side with this monthly series of true nature walks!
April 15, 2023. 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Belle Isle State Park Visitor Center
The Survival bracelet is the superhero utility belt of the outdoors.
April 15, 2023. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Visitor Center
Are you quick enough to catch a butterfly?
April 15, 2023. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Picnic Area
Stop by for a quick craft; a discussion of Belle Isle's history; or a lesson on critters.
April 21, 2023. 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Campground Bath House
Let us keep the kids entertained while the adults set up or take a break from setting up and stop by for a quick craft; discussion of Belle Isle's history; or a lesson on critters.
April 21, 2023. 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Amphitheater
Friends, family, and fun can be found at our ranger-led campfire.
April 22, 2023. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Car Top Launch
Earth Day is a day to celebrate our natural world.
April 22, 2023. 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Visitor Center
Belle Isle State Park was established in April 1993, but this 892-acre property has a long history. Join a ranger aboard our Time Traveler Wagon to learn about the past, look forward to the future and discover all that makes Belle Isle State Park such a special place. Space is limited, registration required.
April 22, 2023. 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Visitor Center
Astronomy is totally stellar!
April 28, 2023. 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Campground Bath House
Slime is survival.
April 28, 2023. 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Amphitheater
Friends, family, and fun can be found at our ranger-led campfire.
April 29, 2023. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Picnic Area
Spring is here and that means the days are getting longer.
April 29, 2023. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Car Top Launch
Splash a hand line in the water and see if you pull up a jimmy or a sook.
April 29, 2023. 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Campground Spur Trail
You never know what critters you will hear or see at Belle Isle, there are dozens that are active during twilight.
May 6, 2023. 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Visitor Center
The Survival bracelet is the superhero utility belt of the outdoors.
May 6, 2023. 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Motor Boat Launch
Many people plant gardens to provide fresh veggies and fruits.
May 11, 2023. 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Belle Isle State Park Camp Store
Take a Walk on the Wild Side with this monthly series of true nature walks!
May 12, 2023. 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Campground Bath House
On this Mother's Day weekend, we'll take a little "Advice from a Tree" (Ilan Shamir) and you can make your own recycled paper craft with your own special message to Mom. .
May 12, 2023. 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Amphitheater
Friends, family, and fun can be found at our ranger-led campfire.
May 13, 2023. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Picnic Area
This How-To series covers the intricate details of the making a net.
May 13, 2023. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Visitor Center
Shhhh!
May 13, 2023. 3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Car Top Launch
Belle Isle has both active and inactive Eagle nests.
May 19, 2023. 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Campground Bath House
Let us keep the kids entertained while the adults set up or take a break from setting up and stop by for a quick craft; a quick discussion of Belle Isle's history; or a quick lesson on critters.
May 19, 2023. 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Car Top Launch
With the New Moon comes dark skies.
May 20, 2023. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Visitor Center
It's National Kids to Parks Day and we are celebrating with a Butterfly Safari! Are you quick enough to catch a butterfly?
May 20, 2023. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Car Top Launch
It's National Kids to Parks Day! Are you an expert angler or looking to pick up a couple fishing tips?
May 20, 2023. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Picnic Area
It's National Kids to Parks Day and we are on an expedition to have some fun, make a splash, and discover some of the tiny creatures that inhabit the shoreline of the Rappahannock River.
May 26, 2023. 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Campground Bath House
Slime is survival.
May 26, 2023. 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Amphitheater
Friends, family, and fun can be found at our ranger-led campfire.
May 27, 2023. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Visitor Center
Become an owl pellet detective as we dissect the clues an owl leaves behind.
May 27, 2023. 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Car Top Launch
Splash a hand line in the water and see if you pull up a jimmy or a sook.
May 27, 2023. 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Campground Spur Trail
You never know what critters you will hear or see at Belle Isle, there are dozens that are active at night.
May 28, 2023. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Visitor Center
Are you quick enough to catch a butterfly?
May 28, 2023. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Picnic Area
Snakes, Oh My!
May 28, 2023. 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Picnic Area
Have you ever wondered what type of trees you might find here at Belle Isle?
May 29, 2023. 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Belle Isle State Park Picnic Area
Are you an expert angler or looking to pick up a couple fishing tips?
June 2, 2023. 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Campground Bath House
Slime is survival.
June 3, 2023. 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Belle Isle State Park Camp Store
Did you know that 18 million people live in the Chesapeake Bay watershed?
June 3, 2023. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Campground Spur Trail
It's National Trails Day and we are going on a scavenger hunt.
June 3, 2023. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Picnic Area
We are on an expedition to have some fun, make a splash, and discover some of the tiny creatures that inhabit the shoreline of the Rappahannock River.
June 8, 2023. 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Belle Isle State Park Camp Store
Take a Walk on the Wild Side with this monthly series of true nature walks!
June 9, 2023. 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Campground Bath House
Let us keep the kids entertained while the adults set up or take a break from setting up and stop by for a quick craft; a quick discussion of Belle Isle's history; or a quick lesson on critters.
June 9, 2023. 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Amphitheater
Friends, family, and fun can be found at our ranger-led campfire.
June 10, 2023. 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Various Locations
Belle Isle State Park has over 9 miles of trails and many have scenic views along the Rappahannock River or one of three creeks bordering the park.
June 10, 2023. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Visitor Center
Become an owl pellet detective as we dissect the clues an owl leaves behind.
June 10, 2023. 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Picnic Area
Are you an expert angler or looking to pick up a couple fishing tips?
June 10, 2023. 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Picnic Area
Get ready for a good time the Chris Stanley & Jane Cooper Duo.
June 16, 2023. 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Campground Bath House
You never know what critters you will see around Belle Isle, there's dozens to pick from.
June 17, 2023. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Car Top Launch
Splash a hand line in the water and see if you pull up a jimmy or a sook.
June 17, 2023. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Visitor Center
In June 1936, Virginia State Parks began with the opening of six state parks.
June 17, 2023. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Motor Boat Launch
Help us tend a whole new type of garden - an oyster garden. Discover this easy past time, learn about the history of oysters in our region and how this humble bivalve takes care of our tidal waters.
June 17, 2023. 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Picnic Area
From Mathews, Virginia, the Tidewinders bring classic bluegrass with a modern flair to the Music by the River stage.
This event has been canceled.
June 17, 2023. 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Visitor Center
This program is being rescheduled.
June 23, 2023. 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Campground Bath House
Join us to hear about the impacts of fire; from the habitats it touches to how humans have learned to use it to our advantage throughout the ages.
June 23, 2023. 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Amphitheater
We are celebrating the Great American Campout this weekend which is the National Wildlife Federation's event "to inspire Americans to protect wildlife, including a three-year campaign to get 10 million kids to spend more time outdoors.“ Meet your neighbors, find out more about what is going on at the park during your stay and make a different kind of S'more at our ranger led campfire. .
June 24, 2023. 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Visitor Center
The Survival bracelet is the superhero utility belt of the outdoors.
June 24, 2023. 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Picnic Area
Take only memories, leave only footprints.
June 24, 2023. 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Visitor Center
As we welcome this first weekend of Summer, you may ask, what is up with the weather? Join us to learn weather terms, what ROY G BIV means and talk about what you should do during severe weather like thunderstorms and tornadoes.
June 30, 2023. 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Campground Bath House
Join a ranger to learn about the wild animals found at Belle Isle State Park that delight your senses.
June 30, 2023. 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Amphitheater
Friends, family, and fun can be found at our ranger-led campfire.
Jan. 1, 2023 12:00 a.m. - Jan. 1, 2024 12:00 a.m.
Belle Isle State Park Various Locations
Belle Isle State Park has some great activities that you can do on your own schedule.
Jan. 1, 2023 12:00 a.m. - Jan. 1, 2024 12:00 a.m.
Belle Isle State Park Camp Store
Belle Isle State Park is looking for the next generation of ranger, are you ready to give it a try?