Family kayaking at Claytor Lake state park

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Virginia State Parks is one of six divisions operated by the Department of Conversation and Recreation.

Recent News Releases

February 04, 2026
Virginia State Parks to host annual gift show March 18-19
RICHMOND, VA – The 24th annual Virginia State Parks Gift Show is scheduled for March 18-19 at the Wytheville Meeting Center located at 333 Community Blvd, Wytheville, VA 24382.
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February 03, 2026
Smith Mountain Lake State Park hosts second installment of Winter Lecture Series
HUDDLESTON, Va. – The Winter Lecture Series will return to Smith Mountain Lake State Park on Sunday, Feb. 8, from 3 to 4 p.m. This is the second installment of the four-part series and will feature Virginia Master Naturalist Bonnie Miles.
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February 02, 2026
Virginia State Parks Adventure Series showcases two events at Pocahontas State Park this March
Chesterfield, Va. - Virginia State Parks invites outdoor enthusiasts to take on two exciting challenges at Pocahontas State Park this March as part of its Adventure Series: the Frozen Foot Challenge Adventure Race and the Tour de Pocahontas cyclocross event.
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February 02, 2026
Natural Bridge State Park celebrates record-breaking 2025 Festival of Trees
Natural Bridge, Va. – Natural Bridge State Park and the Friends of Natural Bridge are proud to announce the successful conclusion of the 2025 Festival of Trees, marking an impactful season.
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January 29, 2026
Wilderness Road State Park hosts Master Plan Public Information Meeting
NOTICE: Out of an abundance of caution due to the impending winter weather, the Master Plan Public Information Meeting has been postponed until Wednesday, March 4, 6-8 p.m. Ewing, Va. – The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation and Virginia State Parks are hosting a public information meeting to discuss the master plan for Wilderness Road State Park.
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