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.

2024 Solar Eclipse Viewing

Location of Occoneechee State Park in Virginia

Where

Occoneechee State Park, 1192 Occoneechee Park Rd., Clarksville, VA 23927.
Visitor Center

When

April 8, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Are you interested in experiencing the solar eclipse that will occur on April 8th? This is a total solar eclipse for many in our country; however, in our region, we can expect about 85% coverage of the sun. Bring your blankets and chairs to make this an enjoyable community event. A ranger will be available to share some of the science behind this unique occurrence. Eclipse sunglasses will be available for $1 per pair. A ranger will also demonstrate the pinhole method for indirect viewing. You don’t want to miss this, since the next total solar eclipse in the United States will occur in 2044!

photo of a solar eclipse

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 434-374-2210
Email Address: Occoneechee@dcr.virginia.gov