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 12/01/2022 and 12/01/2023
(119) Events Found For All Event Types
Park: Natural Bridge State Park
Nov. 21, 2022 10:00 a.m. - Jan. 7, 2023 5:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Visitor Center
Represent your business, club, or organization this year at Natural Bridge State Park's 7th annual Festival of Trees and help worthy causes.
Nov. 25, 2022 10:00 a.m. - Dec. 31, 2022 5:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Visitor Center
During the Festival of Trees, local organizations are asked to decorate a holiday tree to represent themselves in the community.
Dec. 9, 2022. 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Cedar Creek Trail
Experience Natural Bridge State Park like never before, with festive lighting and roaring fires; the park is awash in the holiday spirit this December.
Dec. 10, 2022. 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Cedar Creek Trail
Experience Natural Bridge State Park like never before, with festive lighting and roaring fires; the park is awash in the holiday spirit this December.
Dec. 11, 2022. 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Cedar Creek Trail
Experience Natural Bridge State Park like never before, with festive lighting and roaring fires; the park is awash in the holiday spirit this December.
Dec. 13, 2022. 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
Come explore our Dark Sky Park!
Dec. 16, 2022. 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Cedar Creek Trail
Experience Natural Bridge State Park like never before, with festive lighting and roaring fires; the park is awash in the holiday spirit this December.
Dec. 17, 2022. 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Cedar Creek Trail
Experience Natural Bridge State Park like never before, with festive lighting and roaring fires; the park is awash in the holiday spirit this December.
Dec. 18, 2022. 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Cedar Creek Trail
Experience Natural Bridge State Park like never before, with festive lighting and roaring fires; the park is awash in the holiday spirit this December.
Jan. 1, 2023. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
Enjoy the first day of the new year by joining rangers and volunteers for our annual First Day Hike. This year we will be admiring the Blue Ridge Mountains and beautiful panoramic views from Skyline Trail, which is a 1.6-mile, easy to moderate hike.
Feb. 28, 2023. 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Visitor Center
How can fire be good for plants and animals?
March 7, 2023. 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Visitor Center
When people think of fire on park lands scenes of catastrophic destruction often come to mind.
March 14, 2023. 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Visitor Center
Just leaving a long winter's hibernation?
March 18, 2023. 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Visitor Center
Come join our Stewardship Saturday volunteer crew on the third Saturday of every month as we work to build the park's newest trail: Thistle Ridge Disc Golf Trail.
March 18, 2023. 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!
April 1, 2023. 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Cedar Creek Trail
Calling all young anglers; kids 12 and younger get free admission and can fish for free during this annual event.
April 4, 2023. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
Explore our Dark Sky park on your own! On Tuesday nights from dusk to 11 p.m. (beginning April 4th and ending on October 31st), you’re invited to come experience the night sky at your own leisure at Skyline Trail.
April 11, 2023. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
Explore our Dark Sky park on your own! On Tuesday nights from dusk to 11 p.m. (beginning April 4th and ending on October 31st), you’re invited to come experience the night sky at your own leisure at Skyline Trail.
April 15, 2023. 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Visitor Center
Come join our Stewardship Saturday volunteer crew on the third Saturday of every month as we work to build the park's newest trail: Thistle Ridge Disc Golf Trail.
April 18, 2023. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
Explore our Dark Sky park on your own! On Tuesday nights from dusk to 11 p.m. (beginning April 4th and ending on October 31st), you’re invited to come experience the night sky at your own leisure at Skyline Trail.
April 22, 2023. 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Visitor Center
Stop by Base Camp in the park's Visitor Center to meet some local fauna and get ideas for making wildlife-friendly habitat in your own backyard!
April 22, 2023. 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!
April 25, 2023. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
Explore our Dark Sky park on your own! On Tuesday nights from dusk to 11 p.m. (beginning April 4th and ending on October 31st), you’re invited to come experience the night sky at your own leisure at Skyline Trail.
April 29, 2023. 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Cedar Creek Trail
A near century long tradition continues as the Natural Bridge is bathed in light the last Saturday night of every month, April through October. Experience the 200-foot-tall arch as it is lit from above and below by dozens of lights, with the only sound being the murmuring of Cedar Creek running below.
May 2, 2023. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
Explore our Dark Sky park on your own! On Tuesday nights from dusk to 11 p.m. (beginning April 4th and ending on October 31st), you’re invited to come experience the night sky at your own leisure at Skyline Trail.
May 6, 2023. 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 9, 2023. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
Explore our Dark Sky park on your own! On Tuesday nights from dusk to 11 p.m. (beginning April 4th and ending on October 31st), you’re invited to come experience the night sky at your own leisure at Skyline Trail.
May 16, 2023. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
Explore our Dark Sky park on your own! On Tuesday nights from dusk to 11 p.m. (beginning April 4th and ending on October 31st), you’re invited to come experience the night sky at your own leisure at Skyline Trail.
May 20, 2023. 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Visitor Center
Come join our Stewardship Saturday volunteer crew on the third Saturday of every month as we work to build the park's newest trail: Thistle Ridge Disc Golf Trail.
This event has been canceled.
May 21, 2023. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Cedar Creek Pavilion & Trail Store
Visiting the Natural Bridge could bring out your inner artist this weekend as Roni Navroski teaches you how to paint on a feather!
May 23, 2023. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
Explore our Dark Sky park on your own! On Tuesday nights from dusk to 11 p.m. (beginning April 4th and ending on October 31st), you’re invited to come experience the night sky at your own leisure at Skyline Trail.
May 26, 2023. 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
As dusk draws near, lightning bugs appear!
May 26, 2023. 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!
May 27, 2023. 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Cedar Creek Trail
A near century long tradition continues as the Natural Bridge is bathed in light the last Saturday night of every month, April through October. Experience the 200-foot-tall arch as it is lit from above and below by dozens of lights, with the only sound being the murmuring of Cedar Creek running below.
May 30, 2023. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
Explore our Dark Sky park on your own! On Tuesday nights from dusk to 11 p.m. (beginning April 4th and ending on October 31st), you’re invited to come experience the night sky at your own leisure at Skyline Trail.
June 1, 2023. 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Visitor Center
Shine a light on days gone by with a lantern-lit history tour of the Natural Bridge.
June 2, 2023. 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
As dusk draws near, lightning bugs appear!
June 3, 2023. 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Blue Ridge Trailhead Parking Lot
If you're pining for views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, you can help us maintain the longest trail in the park this National Trails Day!
June 6, 2023. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
Explore our Dark Sky park on your own! On Tuesday nights from dusk to 11 p.m. (beginning April 4th and ending on October 31st), you’re invited to come experience the night sky at your own leisure at Skyline Trail.
June 8, 2023. 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Visitor Center
Shine a light on days gone by with a lantern-lit history tour of the Natural Bridge.
June 9, 2023. 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
As dusk draws near, lightning bugs appear!
June 11, 2023. 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Cedar Creek Pavilion & Trail Store
Visiting the Natural Bridge could bring out your inner artist this weekend as Roni Navroski teaches you how to paint on a feather!
June 13, 2023. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
Explore our Dark Sky park on your own! On Tuesday nights from dusk to 11 p.m. (beginning April 4th and ending on October 31st), you’re invited to come experience the night sky at your own leisure at Skyline Trail.
June 15, 2023. 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Visitor Center
Shine a light on days gone by with a lantern-lit history tour of the Natural Bridge.
June 16, 2023. 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
As dusk draws near, lightning bugs appear!
June 17, 2023. 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Visitor Center
A lot has come and gone through the years - visit Base Camp in the Visitor Center to see artifacts and historic documents from the Natural Bridge's past, pulled out just for Virginia State Parks History & Culture Day.
June 17, 2023. 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!
June 20, 2023. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
Explore our Dark Sky park on your own! On Tuesday nights from dusk to 11 p.m. (beginning April 4th and ending on October 31st), you’re invited to come experience the night sky at your own leisure at Skyline Trail.
June 22, 2023. 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Visitor Center
Shine a light on days gone by with a lantern-lit history tour of the Natural Bridge.
This event has been canceled.
June 23, 2023. 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
As dusk draws near, lightning bugs appear!
June 24, 2023. 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Cedar Creek Trail
A near century long tradition continues as the Natural Bridge is bathed in light the last Saturday night of every month, April through October. Experience the 200-foot-tall arch as it is lit from above and below by dozens of lights, with the only sound being the murmuring of Cedar Creek running below.
June 27, 2023. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
Explore our Dark Sky park on your own! On Tuesday nights from dusk to 11 p.m. (beginning April 4th and ending on October 31st), you’re invited to come experience the night sky at your own leisure at Skyline Trail.
June 29, 2023. 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Visitor Center
Shine a light on days gone by with a lantern-lit history tour of the Natural Bridge.
June 30, 2023. 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 4, 2023. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
Explore our Dark Sky park on your own! On Tuesday nights from dusk to 11 p.m. (beginning April 4th and ending on October 31st), you’re invited to come experience the night sky at your own leisure at Skyline Trail.
July 6, 2023. 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Visitor Center
Shine a light on days gone by with a lantern-lit history tour of the Natural Bridge.
July 7, 2023. 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
As dusk draws near, lightning bugs appear!
July 11, 2023. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
Explore our Dark Sky park on your own! On Tuesday nights from dusk to 11 p.m. (beginning April 4th and ending on October 31st), you’re invited to come experience the night sky at your own leisure at Skyline Trail.
July 13, 2023. 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Visitor Center
Shine a light on days gone by with a lantern-lit history tour of the Natural Bridge.
July 14, 2023. 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
As dusk draws near, lightning bugs appear!
July 15, 2023. 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Visitor Center
Summer is the perfect time to go on a Virginia-wide adventure!
July 18, 2023. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
Explore our Dark Sky park on your own! On Tuesday nights from dusk to 11 p.m. (beginning April 4th and ending on October 31st), you’re invited to come experience the night sky at your own leisure at Skyline Trail.
July 20, 2023. 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Visitor Center
Shine a light on days gone by with a lantern-lit history tour of the Natural Bridge.
July 21, 2023. 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!
July 25, 2023. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
Explore our Dark Sky park on your own! On Tuesday nights from dusk to 11 p.m. (beginning April 4th and ending on October 31st), you’re invited to come experience the night sky at your own leisure at Skyline Trail.
July 27, 2023. 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Visitor Center
Shine a light on days gone by with a lantern-lit history tour of the Natural Bridge.
July 28, 2023. 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
As dusk draws near, lightning bugs appear!
July 29, 2023. 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Cedar Creek Trail
A near century long tradition continues as the Natural Bridge is bathed in light the last Saturday night of every month, April through October. Experience the 200-foot-tall arch as it is lit from above and below by dozens of lights, with the only sound being the murmuring of Cedar Creek running below.
Aug. 1, 2023. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
Explore our Dark Sky park on your own! On Tuesday nights from dusk to 11 p.m. (beginning April 4th and ending on October 31st), you’re invited to come experience the night sky at your own leisure at Skyline Trail.
Aug. 3, 2023. 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Visitor Center
Shine a light on days gone by with a lantern-lit history tour of the Natural Bridge.
Aug. 4, 2023. 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
Watch the last traces of daylight strike the Blue Ridge Mountains on this guided sunset hike.
Aug. 8, 2023. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
Explore our Dark Sky park on your own! On Tuesday nights from dusk to 11 p.m. (beginning April 4th and ending on October 31st), you’re invited to come experience the night sky at your own leisure at Skyline Trail.
Aug. 10, 2023. 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Visitor Center
Shine a light on days gone by with a lantern-lit history tour of the Natural Bridge.
Aug. 11, 2023. 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
Watch the last traces of daylight strike the Blue Ridge Mountains on this guided sunset hike.
Aug. 12, 2023. 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!
Aug. 15, 2023. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
Explore our Dark Sky park on your own! On Tuesday nights from dusk to 11 p.m. (beginning April 4th and ending on October 31st), you’re invited to come experience the night sky at your own leisure at Skyline Trail.
Aug. 17, 2023. 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Visitor Center
Shine a light on days gone by with a lantern-lit history tour of the Natural Bridge.
Aug. 18, 2023. 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
Watch the last traces of daylight strike the Blue Ridge Mountains on this guided sunset hike.
Aug. 19, 2023. 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Visitor Center
Get the buzz about bees, and maybe some local honey too. Learn all about honey bees as we celebrate World Honey Bee Day. Explore our indoor observation hive and see if you can spot the queen.
Aug. 22, 2023. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
Explore our Dark Sky park on your own! On Tuesday nights from dusk to 11 p.m. (beginning April 4th and ending on October 31st), you’re invited to come experience the night sky at your own leisure at Skyline Trail.
Aug. 24, 2023. 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Visitor Center
Shine a light on days gone by with a lantern-lit history tour of the Natural Bridge.
Aug. 25, 2023. 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
Watch the last traces of daylight strike the Blue Ridge Mountains on this guided sunset hike.
Aug. 26, 2023. 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Cedar Creek Trail
A near century long tradition continues as the Natural Bridge is bathed in light the last Saturday night of every month, April through October. Experience the 200-foot-tall arch as it is lit from above and below by dozens of lights, with the only sound being the murmuring of Cedar Creek running below.
Aug. 29, 2023. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
Explore our Dark Sky park on your own! On Tuesday nights from dusk to 11 p.m. (beginning April 4th and ending on October 31st), you’re invited to come experience the night sky at your own leisure at Skyline Trail.
Aug. 31, 2023. 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Visitor Center
Shine a light on days gone by with a lantern-lit history tour of the Natural Bridge.
Aug. 31, 2023. 9:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
There's nothing to be blue about with the second full moon of August, and it's as big as it gets!
Sept. 1, 2023. 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
Watch the last traces of daylight strike the Blue Ridge Mountains on this guided sunset hike.
Sept. 3, 2023. 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Cedar Creek Pavilion & Trail Store
Visiting the Natural Bridge could bring out your inner artist this weekend as Roni Navroski teaches you how to paint on a feather.
Sept. 5, 2023. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
Explore our Dark Sky park on your own! On Tuesday nights from dusk to 11 p.m. (beginning April 4th and ending on October 31st), you’re invited to come experience the night sky at your own leisure at Skyline Trail.
Sept. 8, 2023. 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Visitor Center
Shine a light on days gone by with a lantern-lit history tour of the Natural Bridge.
Sept. 12, 2023. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
Explore our Dark Sky park on your own! On Tuesday nights from dusk to 11 p.m. (beginning April 4th and ending on October 31st), you’re invited to come experience the night sky at your own leisure at Skyline Trail.
Sept. 15, 2023. 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!
Sept. 19, 2023. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
Explore our Dark Sky park on your own! On Tuesday nights from dusk to 11 p.m. (beginning April 4th and ending on October 31st), you’re invited to come experience the night sky at your own leisure at Skyline Trail.
Sept. 22, 2023. 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Visitor Center
Shine a light on days gone by with a lantern-lit history tour of the Natural Bridge.
Sept. 23, 2023. 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Children's Discovery Area-Skyline Trail
Join thousands of other volunteers around the country on a project to improve public lands - this time at our Children's Discovery Area.
Sept. 26, 2023. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
Explore our Dark Sky park on your own! On Tuesday nights from dusk to 11 p.m. (beginning April 4th and ending on October 31st), you’re invited to come experience the night sky at your own leisure at Skyline Trail.
Sept. 30, 2023. 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Cedar Creek Trail
A near century long tradition continues as the Natural Bridge is bathed in light the last Saturday night of every month, April through October. Experience the 200-foot-tall arch as it is lit from above and below by dozens of lights, with the only sound being the murmuring of Cedar Creek running below.
Oct. 3, 2023. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
Explore our Dark Sky park on your own! On Tuesday nights from dusk to 11 p.m. (beginning April 4th and ending on October 31st), you’re invited to come experience the night sky at your own leisure at Skyline Trail.
Oct. 5, 2023. 6:00 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
Fall is the perfect time for hayrides - ride through forests, fields, and hills with a park ranger as your guide this October.
Oct. 6, 2023. 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Visitor Center
This October voices from the past will guide you along the trail to the Natural Bridge, all by lantern light.
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