Nestled in the heart of the Allegheny Mountains, Douthat State Park is one of Virginia's original six state parks. It offers year-round adventures with its 4,500 acres of forested wilderness, a 50-acre lake and more than 40 miles of trails.

Located in Central Virginia, Lake Anna State Park offers an ideal destination for outdoor recreation. Beyond its sandy beach, the park's scenic trails, educational pavilion and stocked fishing pond create a balanced mix of exploration and relaxation.

Bear Creek Lake State Park is ideal for a day trip or a weekend getaway. The park offers seasonal programs that highlight nature and the wildlife that reside there. There is something for everyone to enjoy at this park, from the lake to the trails.

After seven years, my family recently completed our Trail Quest journey. Whether you are well on your way to the goal or have not yet joined the challenge, here are ten ways to get the most out of your quest.

Fairy Stone State Park is the perfect place to make memories this fall, here is our list of the top five things to make it happen.

Claytor Lake State Park is a go-to destination for water enthusiasts. Its 4,500-acre lake offers roughly 4 miles of lake frontage, including a sandy beach. While the water draws many people in, it's not all this park offers.

In addition to its own opportunities for connecting with nature, Roanoke provides you with easy access to five Virginia State Parks: Claytor Lake, Douthat, Fairy Stone, Smith Mountain Lake and Natural Bridge.

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.

Lovely cabin 11 at Occoneechee State Park will knock your socks off. This is part of a fun cabin series that will give you some inside information on a specific cabin at a specific park.

Along with camping, lodges and yurts, we thought it'd be fun to highlight one of the newer cabins at Kiptopeke State Park.