Open fires are prohibited throughout the park from midnight to 4 p.m., now through April 30. Learn more.

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"Ranger Avery's Last Campfire"

Location of Hungry Mother State Park in Virginia

Where

Hungry Mother State Park, 2854 Park Blvd., Marion, VA 24354.
Campfire Pit behind Shelter 3

When

June 7, 2025. 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Celebrate Hungry Mother State Park Lead Naturalist "Ranger" Avery Smith's last program at the park with a collection of his greatest hits. Gather together and enjoy an educating evening of live animal entertainment and reptile information culminating in the telling of the classic Appalachian spooky story, "Tailypo."

 photo of a campfire

About National Trails Day

On the first Saturday of June, Virginia State Parks celebrates National Trails Day, an annual event encouraging outdoor enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels to explore hiking, biking and equestrian trails. Virginia’s 43 state parks offer guided hikes, trail maintenance workshops and volunteer opportunities to highlight trail stewardship and the importance of preserving trails for future generations. 

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 276-781-7400
Email Address: HungryMother@dcr.virginia.gov

Event types

History/Culture | Kids/Family | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History

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