Open fires are prohibited throughout the park from midnight to 4 p.m., beginning Feb. 15 through April 30, per the 4 p.m. Burning Law. This includes wood and charcoal. Gas is permissible. Campground fires are allowed during the restricted time if a camp host is on duty and signage to that effect is posted in the campground. Failure to observe the 4 p.m. Burning Law can result in a fine. Contact the Park Office for additional information.

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5 ways to spend more time in nature in 2025

By Starr AndersonPosted December 26, 2024

If your New Year’s resolution is to spend more time outside this year, look no further than Virginia State Parks. With 43 unique parks from the Cumberland Gap to the Atlantic Ocean, the opportunities for outdoor adventures are endless.

Virginia birds in The 12 Days of Christmas

By Haley RodgersPosted December 19, 2024

Winter is a great time for birding in Virginia. Participate in the Christmas Bird Count or simply go looking for winter wildlife on your own. Find out which Virginia birds you should be on the look out for this time of year.

A medium size bird on a dead tree, surrounded by pine trees. It

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.

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.

Birds nesting in unexpected spots at Machicomoco State Park

By Guest BloggerPosted July 10, 2024

Machicomoco State Park provides the perfect location for birding. AmeriCorps member Grayson Nelson shares his experience seeing birds and their nests in unexpected places at the park.

Eastern Bluebird. Photo courtesy of Cornell Lab

Slowing down to see the signs of spring

By Adam DanielPosted March 16, 2023

Spring break is a great time to get outside and see the returning wildlife. Hike a few trails and see what life is budding outside at a state park.

Winter Wildlife Adventures at Virginia State Parks

By Kim WellsPosted January 11, 2023

Wintertime is the perfect time to view wildlife at a Virginia State Park. Enjoy a ranger-led or self-guided program that showcases the birds and wildlife that reside at the park. Bring your binoculars so you can better view these stunning animals.

Count Birds for Science: The Great Backyard Bird Count

By Andrew SporrerPosted February 10, 2022

Every year, the Cornell Ornithology Lab asks the public to count birds in the name of science. Join us in the Great Backyard Bird Count at a park near you!

A Painted Bunting at Kiptopeke State Park, Virginia.

A Win-win for the Winged Ones (Aircraft and Birds)

By Laura SchliesskePosted March 05, 2021

Visitors to Sky Meadows State Park are likely to look to the sky and catch a glimpse of one of several raptor species. Some of these soaring hunters have found themselves here with the help of human intervention.