You can learn a lot about the health of a stream by seeing what lives beneath its surface.

Geocaching combines Global Positioning System (GPS) technology with nature to provide adventure for treasure hunters all over the world.

Explore the park's expansive wetlands with us as we search for and identify the plants and animals that call this unique habitat their home.

We would like to introduce you to “Boxer” the box turtle.

Need a break from your long trip and have a little fun? Do you like being creative? We have many things to see at our Visitor Center.

We all enjoy a yummy meal and that’s the same for our resident snake that lives here in our Visitor Center.

Of all the mammals, opossums are the most misunderstood. They are fascinating creatures with very unique characteristics.

We can tell a great deal about an animal’s adaptations by looking at their skins and skulls.

Geocaching combines Global Positioning System (GPS) technology with nature to provide adventure for treasure hunters all over the world.

You can learn a lot about the health of a stream by seeing what lives beneath its surface.

Explore the park's expansive wetlands with us as we search for and identify the plants and animals that call this unique habitat their home.

We would like to introduce you to “Boxer” the box turtle.

Just because we don’t always spot them, we know the animals are around by the tracks and traces they leave behind.

Did you know that James River State Park is a member of the International Dark Sky Association?

We all enjoy a yummy meal and that’s the same for our resident snake that lives here in our Visitor Center.

Yes, this is an honest-to-goodness game show with buzzers, lights, excitement, and prizes (without the TV cameras). We will put your knowledge to the test about everything from history, animals, plants, and more.

Of all the mammals, opossums are the most misunderstood. They are fascinating creatures with very unique characteristics.

You can learn a lot about the health of a stream by seeing what lives beneath its surface.

Geocaching combines Global Positioning System (GPS) technology with nature to provide adventure for treasure hunters all over the world.

Explore the park's expansive wetlands with us as we search for and identify the plants and animals that call this unique habitat their home.

We would like to introduce you to “Boxer” the box turtle.

Just because we don’t always spot them, we know the animals are around by the tracks and traces they leave behind.

We all enjoy a yummy meal and that’s the same for our resident snake that lives here in our Visitor Center.

Yes, this is an honest-to-goodness game show with buzzers, lights, excitement, and prizes (without the TV cameras). We will put your knowledge to the test about everything from history, animals, plants, and more.

Of all the mammals, opossums are the most misunderstood. They are fascinating creatures with very unique characteristics.

You can learn a lot about the health of a stream by seeing what lives beneath its surface.

Geocaching combines Global Positioning System (GPS) technology with nature to provide adventure for treasure hunters all over the world.

Explore the park's expansive wetlands with us as we search for and identify the plants and animals that call this unique habitat their home.

We would like to introduce you to “Boxer” the box turtle.

Just because we don’t always spot them, we know the animals are around by the tracks and traces they leave behind.

We all enjoy a yummy meal and that’s the same for our resident snake that lives here in our Visitor Center.

Yes, this is an honest-to-goodness game show with buzzers, lights, excitement, and prizes (without the TV cameras). We will put your knowledge to the test about everything from history, animals, plants, and more.

Of all the mammals, opossums are the most misunderstood. They are fascinating creatures with very unique characteristics.

We can tell a great deal about an animal’s adaptations by looking at their skins and skulls.

Discover how fire affects our world and how we attempt to harness its power.

Come join us around the fire.

Explore the park's expansive wetlands with us as we search for and identify the plants and animals that call this unique habitat their home.

We would like to introduce you to “Boxer” the box turtle.

Pan for gold in the James River while learning about Virginia’s unique geology, the rocks and minerals of the park, and the magnetic sand on the banks of the river.

Take a wagon ride to the scenic Tye Overlook and enjoy the prettiest view for miles around.

Have you ever seen or heard an actual owl call in the night?

We all enjoy a yummy meal and that’s the same for our resident snake that lives here in our Visitor Center.

Yes, this is an honest-to-goodness game show with buzzers, lights, excitement, and prizes (without the TV cameras). We will put your knowledge to the test about everything from history, animals, plants, and more.

Of all the mammals, opossums are the most misunderstood. They are fascinating creatures with very unique characteristics.

Geocaching combines Global Positioning System (GPS) technology with nature to provide adventure for treasure hunters all over the world.

Need a break from your long trip and have a little fun? Do you like being creative? We have many things to see at our Visitor Center.

Not all bees live in hives.

Clean the Bay Day is one of the nation's largest single-day volunteer activity.

Did you know that James River State Park is a member of the International Dark Sky Association?

Experience life in the early 19th century with live music, blacksmiths, cooking, period camp, boats, and much more. This event will focus on two important parts of history from this area that had a profound influence on transportation and music in America: “batteaux and banjos.” See what it was like to live in the middle of the 19th century.

Experience life in the early 19th century with live music, blacksmiths, cooking, period camp, boats, and much more. This event will focus on two important parts of history from this area that had a profound influence on transportation and music in America: “batteaux and banjos.” See what it was like to live in the middle of the 19th century.

Experience life in the early 19th century with live music, blacksmiths, cooking, period camp, boats, and much more. This event will focus on two important parts of history from this area that had a profound influence on transportation and music in America: “batteaux and banjos.” See what it was like to live in the middle of the 19th century.

Help us celebrate the 25th Anniversary of James River State Park!

Did you know that James River State Park is a member of the International Dark Sky Association?

Did you know that James River State Park is a member of the International Dark Sky Association?

James River State Park is a designated International Dark Sky park.

Did you know that James River State Park is a member of the International Dark Sky Association?

This is a special event that comes once a year, so don’t miss out. This unique program is presented by the Yapatoko. They will be sharing their culture, stories, drums, and dancing. Be prepared to join in and celebrate Native American history.

Did you know that James River State Park is a member of the International Dark Sky Association?

Did you know that James River State Park is a member of the International Dark Sky Association?

James River State Park is a designated International Dark Sky park.

This is a unique opportunity to experience a different perspective on camping.

Did you know that James River State Park is a member of the International Dark Sky Association?

James River State Park is a designated International Dark Sky park.

James River State Park is a designated International Dark Sky park.