Merchandise sales locations will be closed for the required annual inventory beginning Tuesday, April 15 at 3:30 p.m. and until completed on April 16.

Open fires are prohibited throughout the park from midnight to 4 p.m., now through April 30. Learn more.

Partial Solar Eclipse

Location of High Bridge Trail State Park in Virginia

Where

High Bridge Trail State Park, 1466 Camp Paradise Road, Rice, VA 23966.
High Bridge

When

April 8, 2024. 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Come to High Bridge on High Bridge Trail for an excellent vista of our local landscape as it darkens under a historic partial eclipse. Event is free but a self-pay five dollar parking fee does apply. A ranger will be on hand to answer questions or provide needed assistance. Direct viewing of solar eclipses without proper eye protection can cause serious damage to eyes. Parks will have solar glasses for sale for a cost of $1 plus tax.

Milky Way over High Bridge

Parking is at Camp Paradise.

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 434-480-5835
Email Address: highbridgetrail@dcr.virginia.gov

Event types

Astronomy/Stargazing | Kids/Family | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History | Special Event

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