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Master Plan Meeting for Shenandoah River SP

Join us for a Public Information Meeting about the master plan for Shenandoah River State Park on  Tuesday, May 13, 2025 from 6 – 8 p.m. – Samuels Public Library - 330 E Criser Road, FrontRoyal, VA 22630 – White Meeting Room A
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Native plant finder

When you use native plants, which are naturally acclimated to our area, you save on fertilizer and chemical treatment costs. Use the native plant finder to find the perfect landscaping fit.
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Find a park

Did you know that there are now 43 Virginia State Parks and that there's one within an hour's drive of every Virginia resident? Find a park near you.
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INSIGHTS

Preserving the trestles of New River Trail State Park

An ImageOne of New River Trail State Park's most notable features is the diverse array of trestles that span the river and its tributaries. Some of them are more than 100 years old and more than 1,000 feet long. The park launched a restoration project in 2023 to address some of the aging trestles. It's expected to last through the spring of 2025, and park visitors may experience trail closures or detours. READ MORE

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Serving a diverse commonwealth rich in nature and culture, the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation touches all Virginians' lives.
As the state's lead conservation agency, DCR protects what Virginians care about – open space, clean water, natural habitat, safe infrastructure and access to the outdoors.
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