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.

Homeschool Adventure

Location of Twin Lakes State Park in Virginia

Where

Twin Lakes State Park, 788 Twin Lakes Rd., Green Bay, VA 23942.
The Discovery Area

When

March 19, 2025. 11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.

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. Homeschool Adventure is for children between the ages of 5 to 13 years old and covers a range of topics. Sign up is required at the link found below.

Topics:
MARCH 19 (10 a.m.): "Echolocation Exploration" - This field-based game is a fun and safe way to examine the remarkable abilities of bats and the importance of preserving their habitats. Equipped with black-out goggles, participants will use their hearing and spatial awareness to locate other players.
MARCH 19 (11 a.m.): "Making News with Zines" - Come discover the world of self-publishing! We will be exploring the stories of young men who served in the 1390th Civilian Conservation Corps (C.C.C.) Camp Gallion, and how they spread information and entertainment through their community.

To ensure an enjoyable time, please alert park staff to any necessary special accommodations you or your group may need. Parks are for everyone; this is an inclusive program open to all people. For questions please email Brianna.Davis@dcr.virginia.gov or call 434-394-0767.

photo of the Twin Lakes sign

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: Yes.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 434-392-3435
Email Address: TwinLakes@dcr.virginia.gov