Does exploring food and recipes of the past, cooked over an open fire, appeal to you?

Discover our International Dark-Sky Park!

Get your hands dirty as we work to improve the hiking experience along the North Ridge Trail.

Explore the rich natural history of trees guided by a Virginia Master Naturalist.

Discover our International Dark-Sky Park!

Journey back in time and immerse yourself in the sights, sounds and smells of a Civil War Encampment during the holidays.

A new discovery awaits your family with Sky Meadows' Discovery Backpacks.

Discover the different habitats Sky Meadows has to offer on our Kids in Park's TRACK Trail!

Experience geocaching at Sky Meadows State Park with three brand new caches.

While the American tradition of celebrating the New Year occurs at midnight on New Year's Eve, other cultures celebrate by enjoying the sunrise on New Year's Day.

Join our professional guide for an overnight backpacking trip on the iconic Appalachian Trail.

Discover our International Dark-Sky Park!

Discover our International Dark-Sky Park!

Celebrate Valentine's Day with a self-guided hike at one of Virginia's most romantic spots; Sky Meadows State Park. Whether slowing down the hustle and bustle to reconnect with a spouse or partner, or looking for an activity to add to your Valentine's Day date plans; taking a hike together is a great way to connect with the outdoors and with each other.

Join our professional guide for an overnight backpacking trip on the iconic Appalachian Trail.

Join us for "Park Day" at Bowman Library, where Sky Meadows State Park comes to you!

The appearance of frogs and salamanders is a sure sign of spring.

Discover our International Dark-Sky Park!

Enjoy Spring Break at Sky Meadows State Park!

Take into your heart the peace of wild things.

Eggs are popping up all over Sky Meadows State Park!

The forge is fired up and the blacksmiths are hard at work showing off their skills.

Follow your nose to the Log Cabin to see what is cooking on the hearth.

Join professional outdoor instructor Tim MacWelch to learn about the remarkable springtime wild edible and medicinal plants of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

It's a bird, it's a plane, it's a solar eclipse!

As the weather warms to spring, explore what is in bloom on the park's trails with Shenandoah Chapter Virginia Master Naturalist Paul Guay.

Discover our International Dark-Sky Park!

Celebrate Earth Day with a service project to protect our area's natural resources for future generations to enjoy.

Take a spring walk of exploration with two Virginia Master Naturalists in this first of a series of seasonal walks planned for children.

Experience the magic of an unforgettable evening this Earth Day under the moonlight at Stars and Guitars.

Get your hands dirty this special volunteer day in our historic garden!

The appearance of frogs and salamanders is a sure sign of spring.

From woodlands to wetlands, fields and pastures, let's investigate the plants, animals and history of farming at Sky Meadows State Park.

Learn about birds of the woods and fields and how they utilize their habitat for survival and nesting.

The forge is fired up and the blacksmiths are hard at work showing off their skills.

Follow your nose to the Log Cabin to see what is cooking on the hearth.

From woodlands to wetlands, fields and pastures, let's investigate the plants, animals and history of farming at Sky Meadows State Park.

From woodlands to wetlands, fields and pastures, let's investigate the plants, animals and history of farming at Sky Meadows State Park.

Discover our International Dark-Sky Park!

From woodlands to wetlands, fields and pastures, let's investigate the plants, animals and history of farming at Sky Meadows State Park.

From woodlands to wetlands, fields and pastures, let's investigate the plants, animals and history of farming at Sky Meadows State Park.

Celebrate National Kids to Parks Day with a fun-filled evening in nature!

From woodlands to wetlands, fields and pastures, let's investigate the plants, animals and history of farming at Sky Meadows State Park.

From woodlands to wetlands, fields and pastures, let's investigate the plants, animals and history of farming at Sky Meadows State Park.

Explore the rich natural history of trees guided by a Virginia Master Naturalist.

From woodlands to wetlands, fields and pastures, let's investigate the plants, animals and history of farming at Sky Meadows State Park.

From woodlands to wetlands, fields and pastures, let's investigate the plants, animals and history of farming at Sky Meadows State Park.

Support and elevate the women of Afghanistan and Pakistan with a beautiful hike hosted by Ascend.

Learn how fences and tree plantings improve water quality at Sky Meadows State Park with a special Explorer Outpost.

Celebrate National Trails Day by showing your love and appreciation for the trails with a workday on the recently improved Lost Mountain Trail.

From woodlands to wetlands, fields and pastures, let's investigate the plants, animals and history of farming at Sky Meadows State Park.

The forge is fired up and the blacksmiths are hard at work showing off their skills.

Follow your nose to the Log Cabin to see what is cooking on the hearth.

Nestled at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Sky Meadows' campground provides you with a fantastic place to enjoy peaceful rejuvenation, but how much do you know about this wonderful park?

Find out what it takes to be a ranger at Sky Meadows State Park.

A new discovery awaits your family with Sky Meadows' Discovery Backpacks.

Discover the different habitats Sky Meadows has to offer on our Kids in Park's TRACK Trail!

Experience geocaching at Sky Meadows State Park with three park-themed caches.