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7 campgrounds for beginner campers

By Christen McKeyPosted September 18, 2024
Whether you’re a camping beginner or just beginning to consider camping, the pleasant fall season is a great time to give it a try. Check out these Virginia State Park campgrounds and learn how to make a first-time camping trip less intimidating.
Camping at Pocahontas State Park

6 reasons to visit Natural Bridge this fall

By Starr AndersonPosted September 16, 2024
When you think of Natural Bridge State Park, the first thing that comes to mind is probably the 200-foot-tall Natural Bridge. This iconic Virginia landmark is truly awe-inspiring, but if you haven't explored the rest of the park, you're missing out.
Natural Bridge

Fall foliage at Virginia State Parks: Peak periods by region

By Starr AndersonPosted September 12, 2024
There’s nothing quite like fall at Virginia State Parks, and every park experiences peak fall colors at different times. Check out our list of recommendations for the best spots to see fall foliage as you plan your fall getaway.
Fall foliage

15 fall festivities at Virginia State Parks

By Kim WellsPosted September 12, 2024
With cooler temperatures approaching, this is the perfect time to enjoy the foliage and fall festivities at a Virginia State Park. There are numerous events throughout the Commonwealth for the whole family to enjoy. Get outside and enjoy the season.
Pawpaw Festival at Powhatan State Park

4 Virginia State Parks within 1 hour of Charlottesville

By Starr AndersonPosted September 10, 2024
Whether you enjoy hiking, boating, biking, fishing or simply relaxing, Bear Creek Lake, James River, Lake Anna and Powhatan state parks are all within an hour’s drive of Charlottesville, making them perfect for day trips or weekend getaways.
Virginia State Parks

Rehabilitated Bald Eagle #24-0336 released at Kiptopeke State Park

By Kim WellsPosted September 04, 2024
After rehabilitation at the Wildlife Center of Virginia, a female Bald Eagle was released at Kiptopeke State Park. Kiptopeke State Park is the perfect location based on where the bird was found and where it will thrive once released.
KP in the fall

9 hikes for non-hikers

By Christen McKeyPosted September 03, 2024
Do you enjoy being outdoors but find that conquering high-mileage or strenuous trails is not your way to recreate? Let these nine hikes inspire your next outdoor adventure and discover that hiking at Virginia State Parks can be a walk in the park!
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The inside scoop to hiking the Sky Meadows loop

By Laura SchliesskePosted August 29, 2024
One of the most popular hikes at Sky Meadows State Park, sometimes referred to as “the Sky Meadows loop,” is not a single loop trail, but is comprised of several trails strung together to create a 5-mile trek. Read on to get the “inside scoop."
A trail map of Sky Meadows State Park overlayed with orange highlight over a designated loop of trails and a circle in the upper right corner that reads "See blog for a guide to the Sky Meadows loop."

5 things to experience at Sailor’s Creek Battlefield State Park

By Kim WellsPosted August 22, 2024
Sailor's Creek Battlefield State Park offers so much more than just a history lesson. This location is perfect for enjoying plants, flowers and viewing birds and wildlife as well as taking in the many programs and events offered throughout the year.
Hillsman House at Sailor

Natural Bridge installs RightHear Accessibility system for guests who are blind or have low vision

By Starr AndersonPosted August 21, 2024
Natural Bridge State Park, home to the iconic 200-foot Natural Bridge, has become the first state park in the U.S. to install the RightHear Accessibility system, taking a pioneering step toward inclusivity.
RightHear


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