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, former DCR blog writer.

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4 beautiful parks for day hikes in northern Virginia

By Shellie LeetePosted May 24, 2019
If you're looking for trails not too far from home in Northern Virginia or D.C. for a day hike, then we have a handful of parks you may enjoy.
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Life is Full of Options: Top Reasons to Choose Virginia State Parks

By Shellie LeetePosted May 08, 2019
Many of you might be new to Virginia or may have just discovered Virginia State Parks and are wondering what to do there. You've come to the right place!
Paddling is great fun for families, couples, friends and even groups at James River State Park

5 Reasons To Hike The Trails at Douthat

By Shellie LeetePosted April 25, 2019
You'd be hard pressed to find a better hiking and biking gem like Douthat State Park just an hour from Roanoke with over 43 miles of trails plus a lake to boot.
Every hiking trail at Douthat State Park offers incredible scenery and views, it

These Eight Reasons to Go Outside Will Put a Spring in Your Step

By Shellie LeetePosted April 03, 2019
Spring showers bring May flowers to the mountains, Piedmont, and coastal Virginia State Parks. Exploring our parks in bloom is sure to put a spring in your step.
Saucer Magnolia in full bloom welcomes visitors to Caledon State Park, Virginia

Why ALMOST everyone needs to visit False Cape State Park

By Shellie LeetePosted January 16, 2019
A visit to one of the least visited Virginia State Parks may not be for everyone, read on to see why.
Dolphins feeding in the surf at False Cape State Park, Virginia

Let's Talk Trails: Which Trail Is Right For You?

By Shellie LeetePosted December 21, 2018
We have trails for all ability levels, but which trail is right for you? Let's find out and learn some clever ways to get outside at Virginia State Parks.
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Hiking with Kids: 3 Trails for Beginners at Virginia State Parks

By Shellie LeetePosted November 19, 2018
Start your kids out on the right foot by hiking and enjoying the great outdoors found at Virginia State Parks. Here are three trails with some extra tips to help you out.
Hiking provides fresh air, exercise and a great natural change of scenery and you

Three Perfect Places to Sit and Relax Outside at Virginia State Parks

By Shellie LeetePosted November 09, 2018
If you're unable to hike to the highest mountain peaks in Virginia, but are looking for a lovely place to sit and take in the great outdoors at a Virginia State Park, then we've got ya covered.
Imagine the peacefulness sitting here overlooking the water at York River State Park, near Williamsburg Virginia

Stop thinking about it, just take a hike

By Shellie LeetePosted September 22, 2018
More than 600 miles of trails await at Virginia State Parks, so stop thinking about it, just take a hike.
Escape the crowds, breathe fresh air, enjoy wildlife and take in the stunning scenery that only Virginia can offer.

4 Favorite Falls of Virginia State Parks

By Shellie LeetePosted June 21, 2018
Let's go for a walk in the woods to explore some of the waterfalls at Virginia State Parks.
Little Mountain Falls at Fairy Stone State Park in Virginia

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