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 03/06/2024 and 03/06/2025
(14) Events Found For Event Types
Astronomy/Stargazing
Park: Natural Bridge State Park
Park: Natural Bridge State Park
March 9, 2024. 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
When the moon is totally hidden, we have the darkest nights and some of the best stargazing!
April 8, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Children's Discovery Area-Skyline Trail
Come view the last solar eclipse in the continental US until 2044 at Natural Bridge State Park! 87% of the sun will be covered by the moon.
April 13, 2024. 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
When the moon is totally hidden, we have the darkest nights and some of the best stargazing!
May 4, 2024. 9:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
If you ever wanted to see a shooting star, come join our meteor shower watch! Join park rangers for an exploration of our night sky at this International Dark Sky Park.
May 24, 2024. 9:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
The end of May marks the beginning of the summer season, so come enjoy the warmer days for stargazing!
June 8, 2024. 9:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
When the moon is totally hidden, we have the darkest nights and some of the best stargazing!
July 5, 2024. 9:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
Are you looking for a light show without the fireworks this Independence Day weekend? Join park rangers for an exploration of our night sky at this International Dark Sky Park.
July 26, 2024. 9:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
If you ever wanted to see a shooting star, come join our meteor shower watch! Join park rangers for an exploration of our night sky at this International Dark Sky Park.
Aug. 10, 2024. 9:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
If you ever wanted to see a shooting star, come join our meteor shower watch! Join park rangers for an exploration of our night sky at this International Dark Sky Park.
Aug. 30, 2024. 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
Before fall brings on chilly nights, enjoy stargazing in the park over the holiday weekend!
Sept. 21, 2024. 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
Watch the stars come out at night, then watch the moon rise over the Blue Ridge Mountains! Join park rangers for an exploration of our night sky at this International Dark Sky Park.
Oct. 19, 2024. 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
It's the event everyone has been howling about: watch the full moon rise over the Blue Ridge Mountains with park rangers as your guides!
Nov. 30, 2024. 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
Gather with family and friends to take in the starry, moonless sky above the Blue Ridge Mountains. Pick out constellations, observe planets and nebula through a telescope, and enjoy a hot drink with park rangers on a chilly night.
Dec. 12, 2024. 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
If you ever wanted to see a shooting star, come join our biggest meteor shower watch of the year! Join park rangers for an exploration of our night sky at this International Dark Sky Park.
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