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 03/23/2024 and 04/15/2024
(519) Events Found For All Event Types
March 23, 2024. 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Sweet Run State Park main parking lot, near pollinator garden.
Grab your binoculars and get outside. Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy will lead these monthly hikes to discover and identify birds at Sweet Run State Park. We will explore parts of this beautiful 900 acre preserve and see what lives in and visits its diverse habitats.
March 23, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Amphitheater Trailhead
Join a park ranger on a hike to the waterfall and back.
March 23, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Bear Creek Lake State Park Acorn Loop Shelter
Make them this morning, use them tonight.
This event has been canceled.
March 23, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Westmoreland State Park Big Meadow Trailhead
Join a ranger and learn about the natural history of Westmoreland State Park and about the particular fossils you can find here.
March 23, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Visitor Center
Celebrate World Meteorological Day at the park by stopping by the Visitor Center to discuss the water cycle and perform a special science experiment.
March 23, 2024 10:00 a.m. - April 7, 2024 4:00 p.m.
Sky Meadows State Park Various Locations
Enjoy Spring Break at Sky Meadows State Park!
This event has been canceled.
March 23, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Caledon State Park Front Lawn
Hop on down the bunny trail!
This event has been canceled.
March 23, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Did you know owls get "hairballs?" About once a day, an owl spits up a ball of hair and bones--leftovers from their most recent meals--called an owl pellet.
March 23, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Sweet Run State Park main parking lot, near pollinator garden.
Can you hear the park talking? There are many tales and tails throughout Sweet Run State Park. Some are visual, some are tactile, most don’t use words, so how does the park share its stories? Park Interpreters will help you discover the park through hands on activities, artifacts and yes even some words.
March 23, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Pocahontas State Park Visitor Center
Grab a scavenger hunt from the Visitor Center, and see if you can spot all the signs of spring!
March 23, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Raymond R. "Andy" Guest, Jr. Shenandoah River State Park Massanutten Shelter Parking Lot
Did you know those tiny bodies of water you see in our forest are called vernal pools?
March 23, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
What better way to start the day than with a hot cup of coffee.
March 23, 2024. 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Leesylvania State Park Prince William County Public Libraries
Join rangers at the Prince William Public Libraries this Spring for a fun nature reading session.
March 23, 2024. 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Bear Creek Lake State Park Lakeside Snack Bar
Often overlooked as just a simple plant, lichen (which isn't even a plant) is one of nature's best examples of different organisms coming together to form a mutualistic relationship.
This event has been canceled.
March 23, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Mason Neck State Park Douge Trailhead
What would a tree tell us? Join a ranger to learn how to investigate various tree parts to discover the history of the tree and the forest ecosystem it grows in. We will learn a little about tree anatomy and how to identify trees using reference books and materials.
March 23, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
First Landing State Park The Narrows at 64th Street
The Rangers invite you to hike through the tidal marsh, a vital and often overlooked ecosystem.
March 23, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
We all enjoy a yummy meal and that’s the same for our resident snake that lives here in our Visitor Center.
March 23, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Visitor Center
Spring is almost here and we want to help out our pollinator friends the bee and butterfly, as well as birds who disperse seeds.
March 23, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Gazebo
Join a ranger for a leisurely look at clouds while you kick back, relax, and allow yourself to not be busy.
March 23, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Westmoreland State Park Visitor Center
Watch and learn about our ambassador animal, Reba the Corn Snake or Stevie the King Snake, as they feed on a frozen mouse! .
March 23, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Clinch River State Park Sugar Hill Trail Head
Join a Ranger in helping to keep our rivers clean.
March 23, 2024. 12:30 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Chippokes State Park Farm and Forestry Museum
Are you interested in learning about the most common and rare fossils that can be found along the James River?
March 23, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Leesylvania State Park Visitor Center
Join rangers for a lesson in making natural bird feeders from pine cones. Discover what kinds of local birds will be attracted to your new improvised feeder.
March 23, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Bear Creek Lake State Park Archery Range
The use of bows to shoot arrows has been a part of global history for thousands of years whether for defense, survival, or sport.
March 23, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Chippokes State Park Farm and Forestry Museum
Join an interpreter on an adventure through the Fossil Beds of Chippokes to see what we can find that will tell us what this area of Virginia was like, millions of years ago...
March 23, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Seven Bends State Park Lupton Access - Picnic Shelter - 1191 Lupton Rd.
The appearance of frogs and salamanders are a sure sign of spring.
This event has been canceled.
March 23, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Soon, the arrival of spring will be upon us.
March 23, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Sweet Run State Park Interpretive Center
Have you seen the Bluebird boxes at Sweet Run State Park?
March 23, 2024. 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Amphitheater Trailhead
Join an interpretive ranger on a hike to the Fairy Stone Dam and Spillway.
March 23, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Blockhouse Parking Lot
Celebrate World Meteorological Day at Natural Tunnel State Park by joining a ranger for a discussion on weather patterns.
March 23, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Pocahontas State Park Visitor Center
Where do toads live, are they beneficial to us, and can they give us warts?
March 23, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Raymond R. "Andy" Guest, Jr. Shenandoah River State Park Bluebell Trailhead
Spring is the time for nature’s beauty to pop with color!
March 23, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Westmoreland State Park Discovery Center
Want to get a better handle on identifying the trees around you, based solely on their leaves?
March 23, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
First Landing State Park Trail Center Picnic Tables
How many animal inhabitants of First Landing can you identify?
March 23, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
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.
March 23, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Picnic Area
Join us as we paint sun catchers to spread color into our homes using the sun's rays and learn the history of dancing rainbows and light chasing.
March 23, 2024. 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Widewater State Park Visitor Center
🌳🐍 WIDE WATER STATE PARK PRESENTS: "SNAKES ALIVE" 🐍🌳 Join us Saturday at 2:30 pm for an unforgettable experience at Wide Water State Park's "Snakes Alive" program!
This event has been canceled.
March 23, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Come meet and greet Ranger Myrtle (our Red-Eared Slider turtle), Ranger Scout (our Western Hognose snake), and Ranger Brutus (our Copperhead snake) to discover what makes these rangers so special to Twin Lakes State Park. Parks are for everyone.
March 23, 2024. 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Motor Boat Launch
Help us tend a whole new type of garden - an oyster garden. Discover this easy past time, learn about the history of oysters in our region and how this humble bivalve takes care of our tidal waters.
March 23, 2024. 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
False Cape State Park Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge Parking Lot
Join us for a special night hike through False Cape State Park.
March 23, 2024. 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Pocahontas State Park Main Office
Join a ranger-led hike to catch glimpses of the full moon.
March 23, 2024. 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Claytor Lake State Park Interpretive Campfire Circle - Campground D
'Whooo' will hear 'whooo' first?
This event has been canceled.
March 23, 2024. 8:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
First Landing State Park Picnic Area
Join First Landing State Park Rangers and Volunteers at the Picnic Shelter for some fun night activities 8:00 pm - pre-ceremony social 8:15 pm - Ceremonial "Switch Off" 8:30-9:30 pm - night activities: playground flashlight tag, night hikes, black light and highlighter arts & crafts, camp fire & s'mores Together, let's create the Biggest Hour for Earth!
March 24, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Amphitheater Trailhead
Join a ranger to hike along a section of the Mountain View Trail and cut through the woods for a short distance, seeing the ruins of an old moonshine still along the way.
March 24, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Caledon State Park Visitor Center
The bald eagle, America's great comeback icon, soars wild and free over the Potomac River.
March 24, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Powhatan State Park Playground Parking
***RESCHEDULED TO SUNDAY 3/24 DUE TO RAIN*** What can we see, hear, smell, and possibly touch in nature? The goal of this guided hike is to stay as quiet as possible to avoid scaring away wildlife and to experience using our senses.
March 24, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Westmoreland State Park Rock Springs Pond Trailhead
Interested in the history of Westmoreland State Park? Join a ranger to learn about the creation of Westmoreland State Park, and the men of the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC).
March 24, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
We would like to introduce you to “Boxer” the box turtle.
March 24, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Pocahontas State Park Visitor Center
Virginia weather changes on a dime, so stop by the Visitor Center to learn all about what might fly through our spring sky.
March 24, 2024. 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Chippokes State Park Farm and Forestry Museum
Come on out to Pasture Pals and get your very own, special serving of quality time with our ambassador farm animals.
March 24, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Leesylvania State Park Visitor Center
Explore the various ways you can connect with the Earth through keeping a nature journal.
March 24, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Mason Neck State Park Visitor Center
Did you ever wish you could see as well as an eagle?
March 24, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Wilderness Road Blockhouse
Step back in time and participate in games played in the 18th century.
March 24, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Sweet Run State Park main parking lot, near pollinator garden.
Can you hear the park talking? There are many tales and tails throughout Sweet Run State Park. Some are visual, some are tactile, most don’t use words, so how does the park share its stories? Park Interpreters will help you discover the park through hands on activities, artifacts and yes even some words.
March 24, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Bear Creek Lake State Park Archery Range
The Bear Creek Lake State Park Archery Club is open to beginner and intermediate level archers 18 years old and older.
March 24, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Westmoreland State Park Discovery Center
Bring home a piece of history from Westmoreland as you learn to create shark tooth necklaces. All resources are provided, including shark teeth that you can choose from to create your super cool necklace that can be shown off to all your friends.
March 24, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Kiptopeke State Park Picnic Shelter 1
Hop on over to Kiptopeke State Park and join us for an Easter Egg Hunt!
March 24, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
We can tell a great deal about an animal’s adaptations by looking at their skins and skulls.
March 24, 2024. 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Stuart's Knob Trailhead
Join a park ranger to hike the Stuart's Knob Trail while discovering the history of Fayerdale and the importance Stuart's Knob played to in helping the residents earn money throughout its short tenure.
March 24, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Sky Meadows State Park Picnic Area
Take into your heart the peace of wild things.
March 24, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
First Landing State Park Trail Center
Swing by this display all to do with the humans who have called FLSP home throughout history by exploring replica artifacts from indigenous and colonial peoples.
March 24, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Caledon State Park Visitor Center
Hop on down the bunny trail!
March 24, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Raider's Run Trailhead
Join certified Forest Therapy volunteer, Tina Hayes, for a relaxing program made to calm the mind.
March 24, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
Of all the mammals, opossums are the most misunderstood. They are fascinating creatures with very unique characteristics.
March 25, 2024 11:00 a.m. - March 29, 2024 4:00 p.m.
Leesylvania State Park Throughout the Park
School is out and Spring is here.
March 25, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Machicomoco State Park Interpretive Area: Picnic Shelter 2
Come visit Machicomoco for wild adventures with your favorite wee people as we share stories of nature and wildlife, create a craft, and enjoy fun movement and music together!
March 26, 2024. 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Bear Creek Lake State Park Lakeside Snack Bar
Often overlooked as just a simple plant, lichen (which isn't even a plant) is one of nature's best examples of different organisms coming together to form a mutualistic relationship.
March 27, 2024. 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Sweet Run State Park Nature Play area
Designed to introduce young participants to the wonders of the natural world and foster an appreciation for the environment.
March 27, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Leesylvania State Park Prince William County Public Libraries
Join rangers at the Prince William Public Libraries this Spring for a fun nature reading session.
March 28, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Pocahontas State Park Playground by Aquatic Complex
Just as caterpillars grow and change, our Caterpillar Club programs are designed to help your little one grow and change.
March 28, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Holliday Lake State Park Picnic Shelter #2
Discover, learn, and explore with Holliday Lake State Park's Homeschool Program!
March 28, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Machicomoco State Park Interpretive Area: Picnic Shelter 2
Embrace your creativity by exploring unique connections to the natural and historic elements of the park through this dynamic art program.
March 28, 2024. 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Southwest Virginia Museum Victorian Parlor
The Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park is excited to announce the spring semester of the WiseJAMS Music Program.
March 28, 2024. 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
New River Trail State Park Foster Falls - 116 Orphanage Dr. Max Meadows, Va. 24360
This is an intermediate ride for cyclists of all skill levels.
March 29, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
First Landing State Park The Narrows at 64th Street
It's that time of year - spring weather brings mad beauty to our tidal marshes!
March 29, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Visitor Center
Walk in the footsteps of moonshiners of decades gone by.
March 29, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods. Meet with our on-the-go naturalist/ranger who will help you discover the aquatic, insect, mammal, and plant life in the park’s ecosystems. Don't be surprised if he has a photo or two to share with you.
March 29, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
First Landing State Park Trail Center
How many animal inhabitants of First Landing can you identify?
March 29, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Join us and Mount Rogers Community Services and immerse yourself in nature's grandeur while fueling your body, mind, and soul every Friday at noon.
March 29, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
New River Trail State Park Foster Falls - 116 Orphanage Dr. Max Meadows, Va. 24360
Come view our resident Bald Eagle nest along the New River.
March 29, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
First Landing State Park The Bay Lab (inside the Main Visitor Center)
Explore the Chesapeake Bay Lab in order to discover creatures that inhabit the bay, what makes a watershed, why the Bay is so important and so much more!
March 29, 2024. 1:15 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park ADA Fishing Area
For those who just want something short and sweet, the ADA Fishing Trail is the place for you.
March 29, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Westmoreland State Park Discovery Center
Come make some stylish and useful bracelets that could help you when you are out in nature!
March 29, 2024. 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Shelter #4
Did you know there was once a thriving "boom town" located where our lake is today?
March 29, 2024. 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Campground Bath House
Let us keep the kids entertained while the adults set up or take a break from setting up and stop by for a quick craft; discussion of Belle Isle's history; or a lesson on critters.
March 29, 2024. 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Claytor Lake State Park Interpretive Campfire Circle - Campground D
Join us for a relaxing evening of s'mores and survival.
March 29, 2024. 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Campground Spur Trail
You never know what critters you will hear or see at Belle Isle, there are dozens that are active during twilight.
March 29, 2024. 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
First Landing State Park Beach Amphitheater
Welcome to First Landing!
March 30, 2024. 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Camp Carson Picnic Shelter
Help children 12 and under get hooked on the thrill of fishing and discover the fun of being outdoors.
March 30, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Bear Creek Lake State Park Acorn Loop Shelter
Make them this morning, use them tonight.
March 30, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
High Bridge Trail State Park Camp Paradise - 1466 Camp Paradise Road, Rice, VA 23966
Witness the amphibian life cycle and see aquatic invertebrates up-close when you join us in this partnership program with our local Central Piedmont Chapter of the Virginia Master Naturalists (CPVMN).
March 30, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
First Landing State Park Main Visitor Center and Trail Center
Ever wonder what it would be like to get up close to a wild animal?
March 30, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Powhatan State Park Playground Parking
Would you like to have the chance to explore the trails in Powhatan State Park and meet new people?
March 30, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Stock Creek Recreation Area
Join our park guides on a walk to listen to the sounds of spring, the calls of the frogs.
March 30, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Southwest Virginia Museum Museum Front Lawn
Who doesn’t like spending some time in nature?
March 30, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Stuart's Knob Trailhead
After the iron industry moved away from the area, residents of Fayerdale went from mining to 'shining.
This event has been canceled.
March 30, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
York River State Park Amphitheater
From the ashes of the old Fossil Beach has arisen a new, dynamic ecosystem. The living shoreline between the rip-rap and water’s edge is attracting interesting estuarine and marine creatures and plants. Discover them and how living shorelines enhance and protect our waterfronts.
March 30, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Have you ever wondered why this park has two lakes?
March 30, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Occoneechee State Park Picnic Shelter 2
Come celebrate Easter at Occoneechee State Park.
March 30, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
York River State Park Amphitheater
Come and discover the majestic aerial hunters and their habitats. Bald eagles, red shouldered and red tailed hawks make their home here year round. Osprey return to the area to feed and breed. We may find other birds of prey as well as we hike through the woods and into the marshes.
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