Hiking offers challenges and opportunities to enjoy the off-season at Virginia State Parks!

Thirty-four AmeriCorps members served 27,950 hours in Virginia State Parks this year. Learn more about their work in 2023.

Whether you're an avid outdoor enthusiast or someone seeking a peaceful escape, James River State Park has something to offer everyone during the winter months. So, bundle up, pack your sense of adventure and head to James River.

A winter getaway is a great way to mentally clear out the year-end junk and prepare for a bright new year ahead. Fortunately, we have hundreds of cabins at Virginia State Parks for that needed escape.

Guest blogger Glen Mitchell shares the view from his kayak during a trip to Fairy Stone in December, 2019 with his wife.

Wintertime is around the corner and Virginia State Parks have numerous things for you to do despite the cold weather. Check out the many activities you can do solo or with friends and family to enjoy this winter season.

Have you ever wondered what your Christmas tree can do to and for the environment? If you choose a live tree, make sure you dispose of it in an environmentally friendly way. That way your Christmas tree can spread joy long after the holiday season!

In Southwest Virginia, you’ll find three holiday events within an hour’s drive of each other: Festival of Trees, Christmas Lighting of the Tunnel and Karlan Christmas: Parade of Trees.

Whether you want to see colorful lights on a bridge or a tunnel, from the comfort of your car or in a cozy museum, we have spectacular events for you to enjoy holiday lights and decor at Virginia State Parks.

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.