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.
Between 02/17/2025 and 02/27/2025
(117) Events Found For All Event Types
Jan. 1, 2025 8:00 a.m. - March 1, 2025 4:00 p.m.
Bear Creek Lake State Park Various locations
Not able to attend a ranger-led program?
Feb. 14, 2025 7:00 a.m. - Feb. 17, 2025 5:00 p.m.
New River Trail State Park New River Trail State Park
Self-Guided Activity New River Trail State Park has more than 127 bird species; you're sure to see waterfowl, songbirds, and the occasional Bald Eagle and Osprey.
Feb. 17, 2025. 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
False Cape State Park Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge Parking Lot
Winter Trams at False Cape State Park and Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge offer the unique opportunity to observe and experience the incredible migration of waterfowl.
Feb. 17, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Pocahontas State Park Shelter 2 by Aquatic Complex
Calling all homeschoolers to join the rangers at Pocahontas State Park for monthly programs on the third Monday of the month.
Feb. 17, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Widewater State Park Throughout the Park
Come join one of our Rangers on a guided hike through Widewater State Park!
Feb. 17, 2025. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods.
Feb. 17, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Pocahontas State Park Shelter 2 by Aquatic Complex
Calling all homeschoolers to join the rangers at Pocahontas State Park for monthly programs on the third Monday of the month.
Feb. 18, 2025. 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Widewater State Park Visitor Center
"And for Winter, fly-fishing is as useful as an almanac out of date." - Izaak Walton Join our rangers on the last topic of our Animal Winter Adaptations series: fish!
This event has been canceled.
Feb. 19, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Leesylvania State Park Visitor Center
Join a Ranger to learn about science and nature at Leesylvania State Park!
Feb. 19, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Explore the natural and historic world of Twin Lakes State Park with a ranger. This program is part of a homeschool series, but all curious kids are welcome.
Feb. 19, 2025. 11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Explore the natural and historic world of Twin Lakes State Park with a ranger. This program is part of a homeschool series, but all curious kids are welcome.
Feb. 19, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Leesylvania State Park Visitor Center
Join a Ranger to learn about science and nature at Leesylvania State Park!
Feb. 20, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Lake Anna State Park Visitor Center
This series of homeschool programs for students aged 8-12 will meet at the Visitor Center at Lake Anna State Park from 10am - 1pm on multiple dates.
Feb. 20, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Pocahontas State Park Visitor Center
Just as caterpillars grow and change, our Caterpillar Club programs are designed to help your little one grow and change.
Feb. 20, 2025. 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park Cedar Crest Conference Center
The Friends of Twin Lakes State Park is an all-volunteer non-profit that supports Twin Lakes State Park.
Feb. 21, 2025. 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Looking for something fun and educational to do while you're at the park?
Feb. 21, 2025. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods.
Feb. 21, 2025. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Sky Meadows State Park Visitor Center
Meet Gertie and Birdie, our Educational Ambassadors, and interact with our knowledgeable rangers while they care for these beloved critters.
Feb. 21, 2025. 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
False Cape State Park Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge Parking Lot
Join us for a special night hike through False Cape State Park.
Feb. 22, 2025. 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Sweet Run State Park main parking lot, near pollinator garden.
Grab your binoculars and get outside. Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy will lead these monthly hikes to discover and identify birds at Sweet Run State Park. We will explore parts of this beautiful 900-acre preserve to see what lives in it and visit its diverse habitats.
Feb. 22, 2025. 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Bear Creek Lake State Park Various locations
Visiting the park and looking for a ranger-led activity?
Feb. 22, 2025. 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
False Cape State Park Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge Parking Lot
Winter Trams at False Cape State Park and Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge offer the unique opportunity to observe and experience the incredible migration of waterfowl.
Feb. 22, 2025. 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
High Bridge Trail State Park Camp Paradise - 1466 Camp Paradise Road, Rice, VA 23966
Step back in time and experience the life of a Civil War soldier at Camp Paradise, High Bridge Trail State Park.
Feb. 22, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Powhatan State Park Launch A Parking
Would you like to have the chance to explore the trails in Powhatan State Park and meet new people?
Feb. 22, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Pocahontas State Park Visitor Center
The Civilian Conservation Corps (1933-1942) developed patches that were used by the enrollees as a means to identify others of their duties.
Feb. 22, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Come discover the world of self-publishing!
Feb. 22, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Amphitheater Trailhead
Join a park ranger on a hike to the waterfall and back.
Feb. 22, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Raymond R. "Andy" Guest, Jr. Shenandoah River State Park Visitor Center
Discover the wonders of Phenology, the study of the seasonal and cyclical changes in nature, and create your own work of art.
Feb. 22, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Camp Store
Visit one of the highest points in the park and enjoy the view from Purchase Ridge Overlook.
Feb. 22, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Sweet Run State Park Interpretive Center
There are many stories to tell about Sweet Run State Park.
Feb. 22, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Westmoreland State Park CCC Fountain
Come and join us for our monthly Trail Workday on February 22nd.
Feb. 22, 2025. 10:45 a.m. - 10:55 a.m.
Westmoreland State Park Visitor Center
The Visitor Center is home to two freshwater Red-Eared Slider turtles, Jennika and Venus, and it is time for them to eat.
Feb. 22, 2025. 10:55 a.m. - 11:20 a.m.
Westmoreland State Park Visitor Center
It's feeding time for two of our ambassador reptiles, Stevie the King Snake and Reba the Corn Snake, and we welcome you to attend this demonstration and learn about these snakes as they prepare to feed on a frozen mouse! .
Feb. 22, 2025. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Lake Anna State Park Visitor Center
Meet a Ranger at the Visitor Center for a guided hike to see if you can spot any of our winter birds.
Feb. 22, 2025. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Chippokes State Park Quayle Classroom
This special craft program involves making fun edible ornaments that will serve winter birds as a dependable food source during the cold winter months. Participants will make a natural bird feeder using pine cones, peanut butter, string, and birdseed. While creating your bird feeder, learn about some of our common Virginia backyard winter birds.
Feb. 22, 2025. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Lakeview Camp Store
Douthat State Park is home to many fascinating mammals, including black bears.
Feb. 22, 2025. 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Mason Neck State Park Kane's Creek Trailhead
Mason Neck is home to many Virginia-native plants.
Feb. 22, 2025. 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Pocahontas State Park Bright Hope Horse Complex
Embark on a guided van tour of the area known as Group Camp 7.
Feb. 22, 2025. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Bring your canine companion and join the B.A.R.K.
Feb. 22, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Lakeview Camp Store
Discover the art of crafting your own paracord bracelet while learning how this versatile tool can prepare you for the unexpected.
Feb. 22, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Sweet Run State Park main parking lot, near pollinator garden.
Park Interpreter Meg Doppée will take you on a slow hike around Farmstead Loop.
Feb. 22, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
First Landing State Park The Narrows at 64th Street
As you walk through the sandy trails at 64th street, stop by the Ranger table at the Narrows Beach to learn about what Virginia wildlife is most active over winter.
Feb. 22, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Chippokes State Park Quayle Classroom
Join us as we learn more about the prehistoric history of Chippokes through fossils that can be found right on our beaches!
Feb. 22, 2025. 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Chippokes State Park College Run Trail Beach Access
Come along on a guided trek down College Run Trail to the James River, where we'll find and identify prehistoric fossils!
Feb. 22, 2025. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Lake Anna State Park Visitor Center
Slither on down and join the Park Ranger for an in depth look into the fascinating lives of some local reptiles.
Feb. 22, 2025. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
During this one-mile trek, a ranger will guide you through this journey through time on Goodwin Lake Trail. Although rated easy, this trail may not be suitable for those with strollers or severe mobility issues.
Feb. 22, 2025. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Shelter #4
Murders over moonshine rocked the town of Fayerdale in the 1920s and 30s, leaving a dying town remembered for tragedy rather than the mining operations that once made it a boomtown. Moonshining (illegal whiskey making) was quite prevalent in and around the Fairy Stone State Park area in the early 1900s. Jealousy, greed, and competition often led to feuds, brawls, and even killings.
Feb. 22, 2025. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Fayerdale Hall
Fairy Stone State Park is launching a Friends of Fairy Stone initiative!
Feb. 22, 2025. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Visitor Center
Trees are life-givers and inspiration for many art forms.
Feb. 22, 2025. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Powhatan State Park Equestrian Parking
As winter comes to an end, Virginia's earliest and most delicate woodland wildflowers begin to appear!
Feb. 22, 2025. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Camp Malone Picnic Shelter
How much do you know about Douthat State Park's past?
Feb. 22, 2025. 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Sky Meadows State Park Historic Area
Discover our International Dark-Sky Park!
Feb. 22, 2025. 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Powhatan State Park Equestrian Parking
Have you ever seen a timberdoodle dance in the twilight sky?
Feb. 22, 2025. 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Staunton River State Park Observation Field
Come join the storytellers from CHAOS (Chapel Hill Astronomical and Observational Society) on the Observation Field to share the stories of the stars.
Feb. 23, 2025. 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
High Bridge Trail State Park Camp Paradise - 1466 Camp Paradise Road, Rice, VA 23966
Step back in time and experience the life of a Civil War soldier at Camp Paradise, High Bridge Trail State Park.
Feb. 23, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Chippokes State Park Visitor Center
Curious about Invasive Species?
Feb. 23, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Visitor Center
Walk in the footsteps of moonshiners of decades gone by.
Feb. 23, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Pocahontas State Park Visitor Center
The Civilian Conservation Corps (1933-1942) developed patches that were used by the enrollees as a means to identify others of their duties.
Feb. 23, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Visitor Center
Join us as we build a beaver to find out if their teeth, and other body parts, are useful, or just a cruel joke played by Mother Nature.
Feb. 23, 2025. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Lake Anna State Park Visitor Center
Join the Rangers each week for story time!
Feb. 23, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Join us for "Tree Topia" as we uncover the magical realm of trees and their incredible role as habitats!
Feb. 23, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
First Landing State Park Entrance to Main Boardwalk
Seaweed plays a critical roll in coastal ecosystems.
Feb. 23, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Widewater State Park Throughout the Park
Come join one of our Rangers on a guided hike through Widewater State Park!
Feb. 23, 2025. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Lake Anna State Park Visitor Center
Ready, set, crawl, to join General Raphael, our non-releasable rescue eastern box turtle, as we explore more about her and the animal friends she shares her habitat with.
Feb. 23, 2025. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Shelter #4
Did you know there was once a thriving "boom town" located where our lake is today?
Feb. 24, 2025. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods.
Feb. 25, 2025. 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Sweet Run State Park Interpretive Center
Bring your current project, plans, or patterns, and work with others doing the same. If you don’t have a project but would like to contribute, we are looking for some clothing items that we can either wear or display at the park for special events.
Feb. 26, 2025. 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
False Cape State Park Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge Parking Lot
Winter Trams at False Cape State Park and Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge offer the unique opportunity to observe and experience the incredible migration of waterfowl.
This event has been canceled.
Feb. 26, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Leesylvania State Park Visitor Center
Join a Ranger to learn about science and nature at Leesylvania State Park!
Feb. 26, 2025. 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Sweet Run State Park Interpretive Center
Designed to introduce young participants to the wonders of the natural world and foster an appreciation for the environment.
Feb. 26, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Leesylvania State Park Visitor Center
Join a Ranger to learn about science and nature at Leesylvania State Park!
Feb. 27, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Pocahontas State Park Visitor Center
Just as caterpillars grow and change, our Caterpillar Club programs are designed to help your little one grow and change.
Feb. 27, 2025. 3:45 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.
Southwest Virginia Museum Victorian Parlor
The Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park is excited to announce the Spring semester of the WiseJAMS Music Program.
Nov. 20, 2024 9:00 a.m. - Feb. 28, 2025 3:00 p.m.
Raymond R. "Andy" Guest, Jr. Shenandoah River State Park River Bend Discovery Center - 132 Campground Rd.Bentonville, VA 22610
Make your outdoor experience more memorable with a private program for your group or family at Shenandoah River State Park!
March 1, 2024 8:00 a.m. - Feb. 28, 2025 8:00 p.m.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Park-wide
Are you looking for a great activity for the kids that is both fun and educational?
Feb. 10, 2025 8:00 a.m. - May 16, 2025 3:00 p.m.
Raymond R. "Andy" Guest, Jr. Shenandoah River State Park All Public Areas in the Park
Make the outdoors your classroom! Schedule a field trip at Shenandoah River State Park!
Sept. 15, 2024 12:00 a.m. - May 25, 2025 12:00 a.m.
Douthat State Park Park Office
This is a self-guided program for the whole family to enjoy.
Feb. 24, 2025 9:00 a.m. - Aug. 4, 2025 9:00 a.m.
First Landing State Park Trail Center
Calling all Junior Rangers!
Jan. 1, 2025 10:00 a.m. - Dec. 30, 2025 4:00 p.m.
Sky Meadows State Park Visitor Center
A new discovery awaits your family with Sky Meadows' Discovery Backpacks.
Jan. 1, 2025 12:00 a.m. - Dec. 31, 2025 12:00 a.m.
Sailor's Creek Battlefield State Park Visitor Center
The Visitor Center at Sailor's Creek Battlefield Historical State Park offers a museum filled with treasured artifacts discovered over the years where the last major fight of the American Civil War in Virginia occurred on April 6, 1865.
Jan. 1, 2025 12:00 a.m. - Dec. 31, 2025 12:00 a.m.
Sailor's Creek Battlefield State Park Hillsman House
Tours of the Hillsman House, a National Historic Landmark, are available to the public by request.
Jan. 1, 2025 12:00 a.m. - Dec. 31, 2025 12:00 a.m.
Sailor's Creek Battlefield State Park Visitor Center
A Self-Guided Driving Tour of Sailor's Creek Battlefield is available to visitors year-round from sunrise to sunset.
Jan. 1, 2025 12:00 a.m. - Dec. 31, 2025 12:00 a.m.
Sailor's Creek Battlefield State Park Visitor Center
Sailor's Creek Battlefield offers six, self-guided Hiking Trails with historic markers for the public to explore year round during daylight hours (sunrise to sunset).
Nov. 15, 2024 12:00 p.m. - Dec. 31, 2025 12:00 a.m.
Claytor Lake State Park Howe House
Join us on a real or virtual hike through Claytor Lake State Park as we take a closer look at some of the beautiful native trees.
July 14, 2024 12:00 a.m. - Dec. 31, 2025 12:00 a.m.
Claytor Lake State Park Howe House
Stop by the fishing area behind Howe House to check out our EnChroma color blind scenic viewer.
Dec. 31, 2024 12:00 a.m. - Dec. 31, 2025 12:00 a.m.
Claytor Lake State Park Throughout the Park
Earn your junior ranger patch through a variety of programs and fun family activities. Visit the park office, gift shop, or contact station for a copy of our Junior Ranger booklet, or you can download it from the link below.
Dec. 31, 2024 12:00 a.m. - Dec. 31, 2025 12:00 a.m.
Claytor Lake State Park Throughout the Park
Request a ranger to give your family or group a chance to engage in activities not otherwise available in our park.
Jan. 1, 2025 12:00 a.m. - Dec. 31, 2025 12:00 a.m.
Claytor Lake State Park Howe House
Did you know that Haven Howe was an early advocate for environmental reform in Virginia? Participate in person or virtually as we examine the fine craftsmanship of the Howe House and learn of its builder, inhabitants, and history.
Jan. 1, 2025 12:00 a.m. - Dec. 31, 2025 12:00 a.m.
Claytor Lake State Park Beach
Contribute to citizen science by helping us create a time lapse of this mysterious site.
Jan. 2, 2025 12:00 a.m. - Dec. 31, 2025 12:00 a.m.
Claytor Lake State Park Shady Ridge Trail from Picnic Area
Go on a hiking adventure with Track Trails!
Jan. 1, 2025 12:00 a.m. - Dec. 31, 2025 12:00 a.m.
Claytor Lake State Park Throughout the Park
Take a hike back in time by visiting our tour points located at the same location as our collection of photos and videos from past years at Claytor Lake State Park and Claytor Lake.
Jan. 1, 2025 12:00 a.m. - Dec. 31, 2025 12:00 a.m.
Sky Meadows State Park Visitor Center
Find out what it takes to be a ranger at Sky Meadows State Park.
Jan. 1, 2025 12:00 a.m. - Dec. 31, 2025 12:00 a.m.
Sky Meadows State Park Various Locations
Experience geocaching at Sky Meadows State Park with three park-themed caches.
Jan. 1, 2025 12:00 a.m. - Dec. 31, 2025 12:00 a.m.
Sky Meadows State Park Visitor Center
Put on your boots and take your class outdoors with our new teacher-led Outdoor Educator Backpack.
Jan. 10, 2025 5:00 p.m. - Dec. 31, 2025 12:00 a.m.
Claytor Lake State Park Throughout the Park
Help us keep our trails beautiful.
Jan. 1, 2025 12:00 a.m. - Dec. 31, 2025 12:00 a.m.
Belle Isle State Park Various Locations
Belle Isle State Park has some great activities that you can do on your own schedule.
Jan. 1, 2025 12:00 a.m. - Dec. 31, 2025 12:00 a.m.
Belle Isle State Park Camp Store
Belle Isle State Park is looking for the next generation of ranger, are you ready to give it a try?
Feb. 1, 2025 12:00 a.m. - Dec. 31, 2025 12:00 a.m.
Sky Meadows State Park Children's Discovery Area
Discover the different habitats Sky Meadows has to offer on our Kids in Park's TRACK Trail!
Jan. 1, 2025 12:00 a.m. - Dec. 31, 2025 12:00 a.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Visitor Center
Whether you are a teacher, homeschool instructor, club sponsor, or anything in between, we are inviting you to plan your groups' next field trip to Fairy Stone State Park.
Jan. 1, 2025 12:00 a.m. - Dec. 31, 2025 12:00 a.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
No matter your role—teacher, homeschool instructor, club sponsor, or beyond—we invite you to plan your group’s next field trip to Twin Lakes State Park.
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