Merchandise sales locations will be closed state-wide for the required annual inventory beginning Wednesday, April 15 and will reopen when completed on April 16. 

Open fires are prohibited throughout the park from midnight to 4 p.m., Feb. 15 through April 30. Learn more.

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Shellie Leete

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Shellie Leete, former DCR blog writer.


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Top 12 scenic roads of Virginia State Parks

By Shellie LeetePosted September 01, 2019
Virginia has scenic country roads in aces; here are some of the most beautiful roads in Virginia State Parks.
A part of the famous ride known as the Back of the Dragon at Hungry Mother State Park

Start Planning Your Autumn Adventures Today

By Shellie LeetePosted August 28, 2019
The mountains are a-calling so you must go, and sit on a porch and enjoy time together in front of a toasty fire in a Virginia State Park cabin.
James River State Park is now a designated International Dark Sky Park

Want to camp, but don't own a tent? We've got this

By Shellie LeetePosted August 21, 2019
You wanted to go camping this summer but don't own an RV or tent? No problem. 
Spend a few nights in the great outdoors - this is First Landing State Park, Va

Two More Unforgettable Experiences Under Two Hours from Williamsburg

By Shellie LeetePosted August 20, 2019
If you like to fish, bike, bird watch or beach comb then read on to see two more parks to explore on Virginia's beautiful waterways.
Beachcombing on the Chesapeake Bay at Kiptopeke State Park in Virginia is a fun year-round activity, you may even find a live sanddollar

5 Parks Your Dog Will Love

By Shellie LeetePosted August 09, 2019
Dogs love Virginia State Parks, and we're luck they like to drag us along for the ride.
A quiet walk in the woods at Twin Lakes State Park, Va

Spend Time at a Beach this August

By Shellie LeetePosted August 08, 2019
From mountain lake beaches to the Atlantic Ocean, we've got a few parks with beach access you're going to love at Virginia State Parks.
Get some sand between your toes at First Landing State Park

Camp Host Life: Season 6

By Shellie LeetePosted August 05, 2019
We're thrilled to share this update from the Britt Family who have been faithfully camp hosting in our parks for six solid years now.
Give your family a gift of lifelong memories by camp hosting

Parks for the last splash of summer near Roanoke

By Shellie LeetePosted August 01, 2019
If you're looking for fun in the sun and a way to cool off near Virginia's Blue Ridge, then we have a few parks we know you'll love.
Spend the day relaxing in the warm sun and cooling off in the little lake at Fairy Stone State Park, Va

Fulfill your Virginia Birding Life List

By Shellie LeetePosted July 17, 2019
Serious birders know that there are some great places in Virginia to fulfill your Life List, and Virginia State Parks are among them.
Birdwatching can be done any where and at any time at a Virginia State Park

10 things to know about pets in Virginia State Parks

By Shellie LeetePosted July 16, 2019
It's rare to find a state park system anywhere in America that is as pet friendly as Virginia.
Your pets are allowed to visit all of our parks, just follow these basic safety guidelines


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