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.

River House Tours

Location of Chippokes State Park in Virginia

Where

Chippokes State Park, 695 Chippokes Park Rd., Surry, VA 23883.
River House

When

April 2, 2023. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Chippokes State Park welcomes visitors to accompany an interpretive guide on a unique historical tour experience to explore one of the oldest dwelling on the grounds. What do the remnants of the River House tell us of a time much different than today? What can we determine from the architectural design? Does this historic home represent a Tidewater Vernacular Tradition?

The River House today has permanently exposed structural parts and bones which help to showcase how the historic home has served as a direct witness to the history of Chippokes since 1837. We hope it helps give our visitors a sense of place and connection to the past.

Please note: The building tour requires careful navigation through several sets of old staircases. This is a historical building and we hope to continue to share it for many more years, children should be close-by and with their adult counterparts at all times, please be mindful and respectful, and stay with your interpretive tour guide.

Unfinished interior of 19th century River House

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 757-294-3728
Email Address: Chippokes@dcr.virginia.gov