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Discovery Backpacks

Location of Sky Meadows State Park in Virginia

Where

Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Ln., Delaplane, VA 20144.
Visitor Center

When

Jan. 1, 2025 10:00 a.m. - Dec. 30, 2025 4:00 p.m.

A new discovery awaits your family with Sky Meadows' Discovery Backpacks. Head to the park's Visitor Center and take your pick from our three self-guided packs: Beginning Birding, Insect Investigation, and Woodland Wonders. Each adventure-filled pack includes field guides, tools and a fun activity to explore and discover the wonders of the park. Earn a prize for returning to the park and completing all three backpacks! An adult 18 years or older must be present to check out the pack, free of charge.

Self-guided opportunities are available at our Visitor Center every day from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Beginner Birder at work

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 540-592-3556
Email Address: SkyMeadows@dcr.virginia.gov