Long before there was a York River State Park, or even a York River, 6,000 plus years ago, marine creatures swam here in a shallow sea.

The estuarine wetlands teem with life under the open sky.  Discover what sort of creatures swim in the waters and creep in the grasses.

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.

A breeding colony of great blue herons is not a rookery, it is a heronry (we didn't make that word up).

Explore the marsh at night as you paddle up its placid waters.  Various creatures may be seen in the creek or along the shoreline, while bats fly above in the night sky.  You may even experience owls calling at a distance.  Take it all in as the light of the moon blankets the surroundings with mystery.  Reservations with pre-payment only.  Canoes  - $13/person or $8/person (family of 4+).

Begin your canoe and kayak adventure with a rite of Spring on the Chesapeake Bay.  Burning socks is a tradition among sailors near Annapolis.  We will not need them with our water shoes.  Please bring a pair of natural fiber socks for the ritual fire.  Then, join us for the first paddle of the season.  Cost.

Take a walk and discover life in four different aquatic ecosystems.  We will hike to a small woodland and marsh stream, freshwater pond, and brackish/saltwater river.  With nets, we will capture and identify different crustaceans, fish, and take note of plant life. .

Have you ever wondered what sort of fish and other creatures live in the York River's brackish waters?  Visit the friendly neighborhood park ranger who has examples of fish and shellfish families.  Be sure to stop by the Aquariums inside of the Visitor Center to see the wonders of aquatic life. .

The brackish waters of the York River have a unique variety of fish and shellfish.  Follow the Woodstock Pond Trail to the river access point past shelter #3 to the left of the pond, Rangers will be using 2-man seine and other nets to discover what is in the water.

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.

End the weekend with a scenic trip on the York River (or Taskinas Creek depending on water conditions) in the evening.  Discover the birds and creatures that are active in the gentle light of sunset.  Cost.

Have you ever wondered what sort of fish and other creatures live in the York River's brackish waters?  Visit the friendly neighborhood park ranger who has examples of fish and shellfish families.  Be sure to stop by the Aquariums inside of the Visitor Center to see the wonders of aquatic life. .

African-Americans have participated in the Chesapeake Bay seafood industry from the colonial era to today.  After the Civil War, thriving communities grew from black boat captains, processors, and watermen.  Come and see a display of this sometimes overlooked legacy.

Have you ever wondered what sort of fish and other creatures live in the York River's brackish waters?  Visit the friendly neighborhood park ranger who has examples of fish and shellfish families.  Be sure to stop by the Aquariums inside of the Visitor Center to see the wonders of aquatic life. .

Long before there was a York River State Park, or even a York River, 6,000 plus years ago, marine creatures swam here in a shallow sea.

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.

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.

Join us for a one-mile hike that explores Virginia's unique and diverse native tree species.

Treat mom to an adventure on land and sea.  We will paddle the York River to the Fossil Beach.  Upon arrival, we will search for prehistoric relics and return.   Reservations and rental fees are to be paid in advance.  Mom paddles free with a paying paddler.  Canoes $9/person or $6/person (family of 4+), solo kayak $16/person, tandem kayak $11/person.

A breeding colony of great blue herons is not a rookery, it is a heronry (we didn't make that word up).

Get away from the city lights and gaze at the celestial bodies in the night sky.  Discover how to identify constellations and hear a legend or two of how they came to be.  This program is dependent on the clarity of the viewing sky on the night it occurs.  Reservations with pre-payment only.  Canoes  - $13/person or $8/person (family of 4+).

Get your kids into the great outdoors and discover the creatures that make their home in and around the brackish water marshes.  Begin the adventure with our Stream to Sea Stroll at 10:00 am and visit four ecosystems i the York River watershed.  We will have fish and other aquatic creatures on display for What's in the Water from 1:00 to 3:00 pm.  The aquariums in the Visitor Center can be viewed throughout the day.

Take a walk and discover life in four different aquatic ecosystems.  We will hike to a small woodland and marsh stream, freshwater pond, and brackish/saltwater river.  With nets, we will capture and identify different crustaceans, fish, and take note of plant life. .

Have you ever wondered what sort of fish and other creatures live in the York River's brackish waters?  Visit the friendly neighborhood park ranger who has examples of fish and shellfish families.  Be sure to stop by the Aquariums inside of the Visitor Center to see the wonders of aquatic life. .

Join the Virginia Peninsula Stargazers as they point out the different items of our solar system in the night sky.  They will have the equipment.  Just bring your curiosity.  This is a sky forecast dependent event.  If the sky is predicted to be overcast, the event will be cancelled by 3pm on day of.

When the sun goes down, our other senses become more alert than our sight.  Nocturnal creatures become more active in the pursuit of food and mates.  Hike with us for a magical natural journey through the night.  After the hike, join us for our Stargazing program.

The brackish waters of the York River have a unique variety of fish and shellfish.  Follow the Woodstock Pond Trail to the river access point past shelter #3 to the left of the pond, Rangers will be using 2-man seine and other nets to discover what is in the water.

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.

End the weekend with a scenic trip on the York River (or Taskinas Creek depending on water conditions) in the evening.  Discover the birds and creatures that are active in the gentle light of sunset.  Cost.

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.

Have you ever wondered what sort of fish and other creatures live in the York River's brackish waters?  Visit the friendly neighborhood park ranger who has examples of fish and shellfish families.  Be sure to stop by the Aquariums inside of the Visitor Center to see the wonders of aquatic life. .

Long before there was a York River State Park, or even a York River, 6,000 plus years ago, marine creatures swam here in a shallow sea.

A breeding colony of great blue herons is not a rookery, it is a heronry (we didn't make that word up).

Explore the beautiful wetlands or river with us.

The brackish waters of the York River have a unique variety of fish and shellfish.  Follow the Woodstock Pond Trail to the river access point past shelter #3 to the left of the pond, Rangers will be using 2-man seine and other nets to discover what is in the water.

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.

End the weekend with a scenic trip on the York River (or Taskinas Creek depending on water conditions) in the evening.  Discover the birds and creatures that are active in the gentle light of sunset.  Cost.

Long before there was a York River State Park, or even a York River, 6,000 plus years ago, marine creatures swam here in a shallow sea.

The brackish waters of the York River have a unique variety of fish and shellfish.  Follow the Woodstock Pond Trail to the river access point past shelter #3 to the left of the pond, Rangers will be using 2-man seine and other nets to discover what is in the water.

The York River is one of our nation's most historic waterways.  Discover Native American, Colonial, Civil War, and recent history by canoe or kayak.  Cost.

Join us and the Chesapeake Bay foundation  in the annual effort to help maintain the health of America's largest estuary.  Removal of trash from our shoreline and trails will protect wildlife as well as enhance the beauty of the York River.  Clubs and organizations are more than welcome.

Trail enhancement adds beauty and safety to outdoor experiences.  Join us for a little cutting, trimming, removing, clearing and anything else to improve a trail or two.  Groups are welcome.

Have you ever wondered what sort of fish and other creatures live in the York River's brackish waters?  Visit the friendly neighborhood park ranger who has examples of fish and shellfish families.  Be sure to stop by the Aquariums inside of the Visitor Center to see the wonders of aquatic life. .

The oyster reef is one of the most dynamic ecosystems of the Chesapeake Bay.  Come and discover what makes them so important to the health of the bay as well as our commercial fishing industry.  See how our park is contributing to create this habitat.

Explore the beautiful wetlands or river with us.

Explore the marsh at night as you paddle up its placid waters.  Various creatures may be seen in the creek or along the shoreline, while bats fly above in the night sky.  You may even experience owls calling at a distance.  Take it all in as the light of the moon blankets the surroundings with mystery.  Reservations with pre-payment only.  Canoes  - $13/person or $8/person (family of 4+).

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.

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.

Long before there was a York River State Park, or even a York River, 6,000 plus years ago, marine creatures swam here in a shallow sea.

A breeding colony of great blue herons is not a rookery, it is a heronry (we didn't make that word up).

Explore the beautiful wetlands or river with us.

The brackish waters of the York River have a unique variety of fish and shellfish.  Follow the Woodstock Pond Trail to the river access point past shelter #3 to the left of the pond, Rangers will be using a 2-man seine and other nets to discover what is in the water.

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.

Explore the beautiful wetlands or river with us.

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.

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.

Get away from the city lights and gaze at the celestial bodies in the night sky.  Discover how to identify constellations and hear a legend or two of how they came to be.  This program is dependent on the clarity of the viewing sky on the night it occurs.  Reservations with pre-payment only.  Canoes  - $13/person or $8/person (family of 4+).

Our friends from the National Park Service will join us for State Parks History & Culture Day with a special exhibit.  Discover the Powhatan Native way of life and their interactions with the English colonist impacted them.  NPS staff will also share about Chesapeake Bay ecology through the eyes of Captain John Smith and how things have changed.  .

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.

A new way to find treasure at your own pace.  Geocaching makes use of the Global Positioning System to help you find caches of park information and small gifts.  We will supply you with a GPS unit and a pirate- ranger will point you to the path of a unique discovery. .

Discover the unique history and culture of the communities along the York River.  Begin the day with the Rebellion & Runaway Walk at 10:00 am and see how the first enslaved people sought freedom.  Our friends from the National Park Service will have a special display of the Captain John Smith Chesapeake Bay Water Trail from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.  From 1:00 to 3:00 pm, we will have a special display of African American Waterman History and a Present Day Pirates geocaching station.  Make reservations for our popular Paddle thru the Past and enjoy the waters crossed by Native Americans, English colonist, adventurers,, and pirates.  .

The York River is one of our nation's most historic waterways.  Discover Native American, Colonial, Civil War, and recent history by canoe or kayak.  Cost.

When the sun goes down, our other senses become more alert than our sight.  Nocturnal creatures become more active in the pursuit of food and mates.  Hike with us for a magical natural journey through the night.  After the hike, join us for our Stargazing program.

Join the Virginia Peninsula Stargazers as they point out the different items of our solar system in the night sky.  They will have the equipment.  Just bring your curiosity.    This is a sky forecast dependent event.  If the sky is predicted to be overcast, the event will be cancelled by 3pm on day of.

Treat dad to an adventure on land and sea.  We will paddle the York River to the Fossil Beach.  Upon arrival, we will search for prehistoric relics and return.  Reservations and rental fees are to be paid in advance.  Dad paddles free with a paying paddler.  Canoes $9/person or $6/person (family of 4+), solo kayak $16/person, tandem kayak $11/person.

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.

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.

Long before there was a York River State Park, or even a York River, 6,000 plus years ago, marine creatures swam here in a shallow sea.

A breeding colony of great blue herons is not a rookery, it is a heronry (we didn't make that word up).

Explore the beautiful wetlands or river with us.

The brackish waters of the York River have a unique variety of fish and shellfish.  Follow the Woodstock Pond Trail to the river access point past shelter #3 to the left of the pond, Rangers will be using a 2-man seine and other nets to discover what is in the water.

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.

End the weekend with a scenic trip on the York River (or Taskinas Creek depending on water conditions) in the evening.  Discover the birds and creatures that are active in the gentle light of sunset.  Cost.

Let your child explore the wonders of the estuarine marshes, shoreline, and woodlands with us.  Our staff and volunteer rangers will lead adventures that encourages discovery and fun.  Activities will include arts and crafts, hiking, and a canoe trip,  These day camps are from Monday thru Thursday and are for kids ages 6 (who have finished Kindergarten) to 8 years old.  Call the park office for more information & reservations.

Let your child explore the wonders of the estuarine marshes, shoreline, and woodlands with us.  Our staff and volunteer rangers will lead adventures that encourages discovery and fun.  Activities will include arts and crafts, hiking, and a canoe trip,  These day camps are from Monday thru Thursday and are for kids ages 6 (who have finished Kindergarten) to 8 years old.  Call the park office for more information & reservations.

Let your child explore the wonders of the estuarine marshes, shoreline, and woodlands with us.  Our staff and volunteer rangers will lead adventures that encourages discovery and fun.  Activities will include arts and crafts, hiking, and a canoe trip,  These day camps are from Monday thru Thursday and are for kids ages 6 (who have finished Kindergarten) to 8 years old.  Call the park office for more information & reservations.

Let your child explore the wonders of the estuarine marshes, shoreline, and woodlands with us.  Our staff and volunteer rangers will lead adventures that encourages discovery and fun.  Activities will include arts and crafts, hiking, and a canoe trip,  These day camps are from Monday thru Thursday and are for kids ages 6 (who have finished Kindergarten) to 8 years old.  Call the park office for more information & reservations.

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.

Take a walk and discover life in four different aquatic ecosystems.  We will hike to a small woodland and marsh stream, freshwater pond, and brackish/saltwater river.  With nets, we will capture and identify different crustaceans, fish, and take note of plant life. .

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.

Explore the marsh at night as you paddle up its placid waters.  Various creatures may be seen in the creek or along the shoreline, while bats fly above in the night sky.  You may even experience owls calling at a distance.  Take it all in as the light of the moon blankets the surroundings with mystery.  Reservations with pre-payment only.  Canoes  - $13/person or $8/person (family of 4+).

The brackish waters of the York River have a unique variety of fish and shellfish.  Follow the Woodstock Pond Trail to the river access point past shelter #3 to the left of the pond, Rangers will be using a 2-man seine and other nets to discover what is in the water.

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.

A new way to find treasure at your own pace.  Geocaching makes use of the Global Positioning System to help you find caches of park information and small gifts.  We will supply you with a GPS unit and a pirate- ranger will point you to the path of a unique discovery. .

End the weekend with a scenic trip on the York River (or Taskinas Creek depending on water conditions) in the evening.  Discover the birds and creatures that are active in the gentle light of sunset.  Cost.

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.

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.

Long before there was a York River State Park, or even a York River, 6,000 plus years ago, marine creatures swam here in a shallow sea.

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.

The brackish waters of the York River have a unique variety of fish and shellfish.  Follow the Woodstock Pond Trail to the river access point past shelter #3 to the left of the pond, Rangers will be using a 2-man seine and other nets to discover what is in the water.

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.

End the weekend with a scenic trip on the York River (or Taskinas Creek depending on water conditions) in the evening.  Discover the birds and creatures that are active in the gentle light of sunset.  Cost.

Let your child explore the wonders of the estuarine marshes, shoreline, and woodlands with us.  Our staff and volunteer rangers will lead adventures that encourages discovery and fun.  Activities will include arts and crafts, hiking, and a canoe trip,  These day camps are from Monday thru Thursday and are for kids ages 9 (who have finished 2nd Grade) to 11 years old.  Call the park office for more information & reservations.

Let your child explore the wonders of the estuarine marshes, shoreline, and woodlands with us.  Our staff and volunteer rangers will lead adventures that encourages discovery and fun.  Activities will include arts and crafts, hiking, and a canoe trip,  These day camps are from Monday thru Thursday and are for kids ages 9 (who have finished 2nd Grade) to 11 years old.  Call the park office for more information & reservations.

Let your child explore the wonders of the estuarine marshes, shoreline, and woodlands with us.  Our staff and volunteer rangers will lead adventures that encourages discovery and fun.  Activities will include arts and crafts, hiking, and a canoe trip,  These day camps are from Monday thru Thursday and are for kids ages 9 (who have finished 2nd Grade) to 11 years old.  Call the park office for more information & reservations.

Let your child explore the wonders of the estuarine marshes, shoreline, and woodlands with us.  Our staff and volunteer rangers will lead adventures that encourages discovery and fun.  Activities will include arts and crafts, hiking, and a canoe trip,  These day camps are from Monday thru Thursday and are for kids ages 9 (who have finished 2nd Grade) to 11 years old.  Call the park office for more information & reservations.

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.

Get away from the city lights and gaze at the celestial bodies in the night sky.  Discover how to identify constellations and hear a legend or two of how they came to be.  This program is dependent on the clarity of the viewing sky on the night it occurs.  Reservations with pre-payment only.  Canoes  - $13/person or $8/person (family of 4+).

Take a walk and discover life in four different aquatic ecosystems.  We will hike to a small woodland and marsh stream, freshwater pond, and brackish/saltwater river.  With nets, we will capture and identify different crustaceans, fish, and take note of plant life. .

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.