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First Day Hike 2025

Location of Wilderness Road State Park in Virginia

Where

Wilderness Road State Park, 8051 Wilderness Rd., Ewing, VA 24248.
Visitor Center

When

Jan. 1, 2025. 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

As our modern-day fades, journey through the history of southwest Virginia on your first day hike. This one-mile, moderate, ranger led program will feature a variety of stops allowing park guests to experience the fabled buffalo trace, the majesty of a Native American town, the refuge of a frontier community, and the closing of America’s first frontier.

The guided hike will depart from the Visitor’s Center at 11:00 a.m.

About First Day Hikes

Every year on Jan. 1, Virginia State Parks celebrates First Day Hikes. This nationwide initiative invites people to ring in the new year by connecting with nature and making lasting memories at a state park. Ranger-led and self-guided First Day Hikes are offered across the state, giving visitors of all ages and skill levels the chance to explore outdoors. January 1 is a Free Parking Day at all Virginia State Parks. (The admission fee at Natural Bridge still applies).

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: No.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 276-445-3065
Email Address: WildernessRoad@dcr.virginia.gov