Try out freshwater fishing from the lake shoreline using our tackle.

This nature walk and talk is about the textures and aromas of three native forest species and their role in developing special relationships between plants and humans.

Learn what makes cave ecosystems so delicate and special in this adventure where you will have the opportunity to see unique formations and animals that only exist in caves.

Have you ever wanted to learn how to identify some of Virginia’s native trees? It can take some time to develop this skill, but we have a park Interpreter who is willing to help you get started. We will go on a short hike on the River Bank Trail, and along the way will stop at some of the more well-known trees in Virginia.

View the park from the best vantage point - a canoe or kayak.

Over 200 years ago, early adventurers like Daniel Boone walked these same hills and valleys we see today.

What animal inspired a popular children's game?

Staunton River State Park is home for many different types of wild animals.

Do you want to witness the art of Gyotaku fish printing, an ancient craft where you can create your own fish masterpiece!

Bear Creek Lake is a modest 40 aces in size yet has a many-faceted story to tell.

Douthat Lake is home to some big, beautiful trout.

Douthat Lake is home to some big, beautiful trout.

Get your feet wet and explore life in the creek.

Getting out in nature has incredible benefits to our health and wellness.

What's a benthic organism and how do they survive in the creek?

Hop on over and enjoy a short walk around Old Pond Trail as we look and listen for these amazing amphibians.

Like them or loathe them, snakes are important to our ecosystems.

Kayak through the sunset on Swift Creek Lake.

Hop on over to learn the calls and search for some of Virginia's native frog species.

The day has been filled with fun activities, but now it is time to wind down with a peaceful paddle on the lake.

Take a Walk on the Wild Side with this monthly series of true nature walks!

Ride with a park guide as we experience the shores of Smith Mountain Lake State Park.

Come on out to the park and test your paddling skills.

Just as caterpillars grow and change, our Caterpillar Club programs are designed to help your little one grow and change.

Been itching to go fishing?

Become a prospector as we follow in the footsteps of "Stampmill Sam".

Have you ever heard an owl sing at night?

Take a look at the fascinating lives of insects and let your creative juices flow.

Join as at the Visitor Center and let's venture out into ancient times!

Christmas has come early at the park!

Did you know owls don't chew their food?

Stop by the ranger's tent on the way to the pool for fun a peek at some critters and a cute craft.

When it comes to carrying survival materials with you on the trail, every little bit of space counts, so hikers come up with creative ways to carry their gear.

Join us for an immersive adventure!

What's under that rock?

Explore the marshes of Back Bay by kayak while observing birds and other wildlife.

Let us teach you all the basics you'll need to know to get yourself started with one of our most popular outdoor activities, from tying on your hook and tackle to casting your line.

Shine a light on days gone by with a lantern-lit history tour of the Natural Bridge.

Take a 4-hour guided tour through Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge and False Cape State Park!

Join Yoga instructor, Kelly Blevins, to experience the calming benefits of yoga in a beautiful outdoor setting.

Let us teach you all the basics you'll need to know to get yourself started with one of our most popular outdoor activities, from tying on your hook and tackle to casting your line.

Come join a ranger on a morning hike around our beautiful Sugar Hill Trail.

Overlooking the New River, the Shot Tower was built in the 1800s to make ammunition for the firearms of the early settlers.

Get ready to catch gold fever and mosey on over to join our interpretive rangers on a quest for this elusive mineral.

Explore the beautiful wetlands with us.

Learn about the reptiles that can be spotted in the park!

Second only to humans in the ability to change their environment to fit their needs, learn just how smart a beaver can be.

Mussels play a huge part in our watershed.

What is wet, muddy, has lots of plants and animals, and kind of stinks?

Meet local 'shellebrity', Ranger Shelly, our Red-eared Slider turtle as she suns herself and enjoys some enrichment at the beach area.

There’s duck calls and elk calls, but have you ever heard a squirrel call?

The Bay can hold many secrets.

Food webs can get pretty complex, but at the very top of the food chain is the best predator in the ecosystem.

Stop by the beach to see some cool critters, hold some interesting artifacts, and have your nature and history questions about Douthat State Park answered.

This program is all about learning how to identify wild animals by the tracks that they leave behind.

Tie-dye wasn't the brainchild of American hippies during the 1960s.

End your week with a relaxing paddle along Swift Creek Lake.

Enjoy the sounds of local musicians as you take in our beautiful park.

You are invited to participate in a guided hike with an interpretive ranger to learn about the medicinal plants of central Virginia.

It's all fun and games at the campfire.

Fire has been a part of human history since cavemen roamed Earth, with many different uses. Learn how to build a campfire using different methods or enjoy a game of trivia by the glow of the fire.

Watch the last traces of daylight strike the Blue Ridge Mountains on this guided sunset hike.

Welcome to Staunton River State Park.

Bring your family and friends and join a park ranger for a campfire on the water’s edge at the beach amphitheater.

Have you ever heard a bird call and wanted to know what bird made that noise?

Spend time floating five and a half miles down the Clinch River.

The Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park will offer a monthly "Birding in the Gap" monthly series on the second Saturday of each month.

In appreciation for continued support, Wilderness Road State Park offers an afternoon of entertainment.

From woodlands to wetlands, fields and pastures, let's investigate the plants, animals and history of farming at Sky Meadows State Park.

Curious about how the light green house looks from the inside and its restoration process?

Overlooking the New River, the Shot Tower was built in the 1800s to make ammunition for the firearms of the early settlers.

'Family Learning Adventures,' formally known as 'Arks for Parks,' is back this year at Twin Lakes State Park.

Become a prospector as we follow in the footsteps of "Stampmill Sam".

The Dogwood Garden Club of Big Stone Gap, Va., will host a Flower Power exhibit at the Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park.

Step back in time as we uncover the mysteries of those at rest in the park's historic cemetery.

The Children's Garden Workshops are a great way to get your little one up, moving, creating and learning.

Long before there was a York River State Park, or even a York River, 6,000 plus years ago, marine creatures swam here in a shallow sea.

Take a moment to disconnect and rejuvenate with a forest-centric, meditative hike.

Owls, bats and bugs oh my!

Have you ever seen a tree grow out of a rock?

Amongst the colonies and along the western frontier, stations were a common point of social interaction.  With shared food and company, these waypoints were a consistent source of “entertainment.” Journey along Boone’s Trace, stop at Martin’s Station, and experience games played, races held, and contests that would sometimes go array.

Join us for an opportunity to get "a-head" on wildlife knowledge and learn to identify skulls based upon their characteristics.

The trash and litter we leave behind can hurt the environment.

Dig fossils and shipwrecks?

Have you ever wondered how snakes can swallow something as big as their own heads?

Slither on down and join the Park Ranger for an in depth look into the fascinating lives of some local reptiles.

This "crab" is actually more closely related to spiders and scorpions.

🌳🐍 WIDE WATER STATE PARK PRESENTS: "SNAKES ALIVE" 🐍🌳 Join us Saturday at 2:30 pm for an unforgettable experience at Wide Water State Park's "Snakes Alive" program!

Amongst the colonies and along the western frontier, stations were a common point of social interaction.  With shared food and company, these waypoints were a consistent source of “entertainment.” Journey along Boone’s Trace, stop at Martin’s Station, and experience games played, races held, and contests that would sometimes go array.

Archery programs are some of the best recreational activities that State Parks have to offer.

Southwest Virginia is home to only two venomous snakes.

It starts with an "s" and ends with a "t." It comes out of you, it comes out of me.

Can you imagine not having a TV or cell phone?

Can you imagine not having a TV or cell phone?

Come gig out with Laurie and Peter!

Pack a picnic and come early to pick the best spot on the lawn for one of the highlights of the summer season on Virginia’s Northern Neck.

Join Yoga Instructor Kelly Blevins to experience a more engaged form of yoga as you strike poses on our stand-up paddle boards out in the lake.

Enjoy all of the fun of fishing with none of the mess.

Does Virginia even have any native lizards?

Throughout the summer we offer multiple opportunities for you to take a tour of our beautiful park by wagon ride.