Open fires are prohibited throughout the park from midnight to 4 p.m., Feb. 15 through April 30. Learn more.
National Trails Day
On the first Saturday of June, Virginia State Parks celebrates National Trails Day, an annual event encouraging outdoor enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels to explore hiking, biking and equestrian trails. Virginia’s 44 state parks offer guided hikes, trail maintenance workshops and volunteer opportnities to highlight trail stewardship and the importance of preserving trails for future generations.
Upcoming Events
June 6, 2026. 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park
Grab a carload of friends and take a drive to Hungry Mother and give back to your local community.
June 6, 2026. 8:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
High Bridge Trail State Park
Celebrate National Trails Day by participating in the 15th year of the National Trails Day 5K at High Bridge Trail State Park.
June 6, 2026. 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park
Trek the path many settlers walked and discover what life was like back when the legend was formed.
June 6, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Wilderness Road State Park
Celebrate National Trails Day by tagging along with a ranger for a tree-tastic identification walk.
June 6, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Sky Meadows State Park
Celebrate National Trails Day by Becoming an Eco-Hero at Sky Meadows State Park! Our region’s biodiversity is under threat from invasive plants that have quietly spread, outcompeting native species and disrupting the food chain.
June 6, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Grayson Highlands State Park
Join a Park Ranger on National Trails Day for a guided hike along one of America's most iconic trails, The Appalachian Trail!
June 6, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park
Join a park ranger on a three-mile hike to the waterfall and back.
June 6, 2026. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Machicomoco State Park
Join us in opening our newest trail for National Trails Day, followed by the first guided hike on the trail!
June 6, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park
The woods are a magical place anytime of the year.
Sept. 26, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Wilderness Road State Park
Any trail…anywhere…leave it better.
