Open fires are prohibited throughout the park from midnight to 4 p.m., Feb. 15 through April 30. Learn more.

Moonrise Hike

Location of Natural Tunnel State Park in Virginia

Where

Program Location: Blockhouse Parking Lot
Main Park Address: Natural Tunnel State Park, 1420 Natural Tunnel Pkwy., Duffield, VA 24244.

When

Oct. 22, 2026. 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Ever wonder what goes on at night in a park? Want to know what is lurking around at night? Explore the thrilling sights, smells, and sounds of night along with interesting night life. Park guides will take you on a hike through the park. Learn how to use your night vision and night hearing to get you through the woods.

Program subject to cancellation due to weather.

Documents

  1. moonrise-hikes-2026.pdf

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 276-940-2674
Email Address: naturaltunnel@dcr.virginia.gov

Event types

Astronomy/Stargazing | Evening Programs | Kids/Family | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History

Additional dates

Moonrise Hike - April 28, 2026. 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Moonrise Hike - May 28, 2026. 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Moonrise Hike - June 26, 2026. 8:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Moonrise Hike - July 24, 2026. 8:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Moonrise Hike - Aug. 25, 2026. 8:15 p.m. - 10:15 p.m.
Moonrise Hike - Sept. 24, 2026. 7:45 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.

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