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.

Frog Watch USA Training

Location of Hungry Mother State Park in Virginia

Where

Hungry Mother State Park, 2854 Park Blvd., Marion, VA 24354.
Chilhowie Elementary School Library

When

March 8, 2025. 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Become a member, volunteer, and a citizen scientist for the Hungry Mother Chapter of FrogWatch USA. This is a frog monitoring program that has collected data for the past 26 years. This data assists scientists to understand the causes of frog and toad population changes over a period of time and place. Snacks and all materials will be provided.

Participants who sign up to become members of FrogWatch USA will receive a one-of-a-kind patch. There is no cost for this program or for a membership. Please register for only one of the days by emailing FrogWatch member: mongotek@comcast.net.

photo of a Pickerel Frog in some leaves

Other details

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