The interpretive Center will be open from 11:00am -1:00pm.  There will be displays, and activities to do.

The Rangers invite you to hike through the tidal marsh, a vital and often overlooked ecosystem.

As winter continues, it becomes harder for our feathery friends to find food.

Discover the games children used to play during the colonial time period.  Race hoops against each other and play a game of catch called Graces.  Learn what a Jacob's ladder does and test your skills with a round of Cup and Ball.  For questions, please call the visitor center at (703)583-6904.

The Virginia Master Naturalist Historic Southside Chapter will be hosting a guided hike and workshop experience for all experience-levels to attend and enjoy.

If you have completed our "Archery 101" program or have archery experience, you are invited to participate in our "Archery 102" program.

Join a park ranger to hike the Stuart's Knob Trail while discovering the history of Fayerdale and the importance Stuart's Knob played to in helping the residents earn money throughout its short tenure.

Marshes are more than great spots for fishing, canoeing, and bird-watching.

Have fun at New River Trail State Park during the Fall and Winter!

Have fun at New River Trail State Park during the Fall and Winter!

Celebrate Valentine's Day with a self-guided hike at one of Virginia's most romantic spots; Sky Meadows State Park. Whether slowing down the hustle and bustle to reconnect with a spouse or partner, or looking for an activity to add to your Valentine's Day date plans; taking a hike together is a great way to connect with the outdoors and with each other.

Have fun at New River Trail State Park during the Fall and Winter!

Native birds are crucial to our ecosystems!

Join us for an unforgettable Valentine's Day event, “Love the Unloved,” at Widewater State Park!

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

Have fun at New River Trail State Park during the Fall and Winter!

Because of its wide range of habitats that support many bird species, Bear Creek Lake State Park is the perfect place to come birding and participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count.

Walk in the footsteps of moonshiners of decades gone by.

Have fun at New River Trail State Park during the Fall and Winter!

With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods.  Meet with our naturalist/ranger who will help you discover the aquatic, insect, mammal, and plant life in the park’s ecosystems.  Don't be surprised if he has a photo or two to share with you.

Join us and Mount Rogers Community Services and immerse yourself in nature's grandeur while fueling your body, mind, and soul every Friday at noon.

Bring home a piece of history from Westmoreland as you learn to create shark tooth necklaces.  All resources are provided, including shark teeth that you can choose from to create your super cool necklace that can be shown off to all your friends.

For those who just want something short and sweet, the ADA Fishing Trail is the place for you.

Did you know there was once a thriving "boom town" located where our lake is today?

Learn about oysters and their importance as keystone species as you create a holiday ornament, keychain, or charm using a real oyster shell.

What is that calling in the night?

Join us to see what birds are out and about!

New River Trail State Park has more than 127 bird species; because of the river and fields, you're sure to see waterfowl, songbirds, and the occasional Bald Eagle.

Join our professional guide for an overnight backpacking trip on the iconic Appalachian Trail.

Because of its wide range of habitats that support many bird species, Bear Creek Lake State Park is the perfect place to come birding and participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count.

Join False Cape staff and volunteers in helping keep our beaches pristine by picking up shoreline debris.

Come flock together to help your feathered friends! Researchers all around the world use the data gathered each year from the Great Backyard Bird Count to study and protect birds.

The "Prowl the Powell" nature series kicks off with a walk along the Greenbelt in beautiful Big Stone Gap to coincide with the Great Backyard Bird Count.

In addition to being a visual activity, birding can also be done with the ears.

Join the park (and the world) in participating in the 27th annual Great Backyard Bird Count held Friday, February 16, through Monday, February 19, 2024.

Count birds for science!

Join us outside the scenic Water’s Edge Meeting Facility as we participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count.

Have you ever wondered why this park has two lakes?

After the iron industry moved away from the area, residents of Fayerdale went from mining to 'shining.

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.

Join a ranger and learn about the natural history of Westmoreland State Park and about the particular fossils you can find here.

This is your chance to learn the sport of archery under the watchful eye of a certified instructor.

The month of February is nationally recognized as an annual observance and celebration of African American History and excellence.  Upon visiting the park you'll find many historic buildings and structures that are direct links to the time period of enslavement, vast agricultural fields, and plentiful cultural, natural, and historical resources.

Join us to see what birds are out and about!

In recognition of Black History Month, join the Pocahontas State Park staff on a van trip to 'Group Camp 7', one of most serene areas in the park.

Want to bring home a treat for the birds in your backyard?

Birding is a wonderful hobby.

Watch and learn about our ambassador animal, Reba the Corn Snake or Stevie the King Snake, as they feed on a frozen mouse! .

Is love for life, within the animal kingdom?

Travel through time on this scavenger hunt.

During this ranger-led activity, we will get to know a few of our feathered friends that can be found in the park or in your backyard.

With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods.  Meet with our naturalist/ranger who will help you discover the aquatic, insect, mammal, and plant life in the park’s ecosystems.

Learn about the species that live in the Chesapeake Bay Watershed by exploring our interactive Chesapeake Bay Science Lab!

If you have completed our "Archery 101" program or have archery experience, you are invited to participate in our "Archery 102" program.

Meet with a ranger and go on a guided hike along the Oak Hickory Trail.

Hike with a ranger on Big Poplar Trail to learn the basics of birding.

🌳🐍 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!

Did you know owls get "hairballs?" About once a day, an owl spits up a ball of hair and bones--leftovers from their most recent meals--called an owl pellet.

Perched upon a small hill overlooking the old Norfolk & Western railway station sits the old Foster Falls Hotel.

Join the park (and the world) in participating in the 27th annual Great Backyard Bird Count held Friday, February 16, through Monday, February 19, 2024.

Join astronomers from the Richmond Astronomical Society for Saturday Under the Stars.

We Rangers think owls may just be one of the most interesting nocturnal animals around.

Because of its wide range of habitats that support many bird species, Bear Creek Lake State Park is the perfect place to come birding and participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count.

Join us to see what birds are out and about!

It's time to truly explore nature today!

Walk in the footsteps of moonshiners of decades gone by.

Explore the Panhandle Multi-use Trail on this longer hike.

New stick, who dis?

Join rangers and Virginia Master Naturalists for some sweet treats and learn how to participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count on your own at home and at the park.

Winter Trams at False Cape State Park and Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge offer the unique opportunity to observe and experience the incredible migration of waterfowl.

Learn the legend behind the naturally occurring stone cross formations, and travel to the special location in the park to search for your own "fairy stone." After a short presentation on what you will be looking for, we will travel to the site.

Join the park (and the world) in participating in the 27th annual Great Backyard Bird Count held Friday, February 16, through Monday, February 19, 2024.

Have the elegant tundra swans arrived along the shores and marshes of Mason Neck?

What kind of fish are in the Bay during winter?

Because of its wide range of habitats that support many bird species, Bear Creek Lake State Park is the perfect place to come birding and participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count.

Join us to see what birds are out and about!

Calling all homeschoolers to join the rangers at Pocahontas State Park for monthly programs on the third Monday of the month.

Have fun at New River Trail State Park during the Fall and Winter!

Curious about how our animal friends raise their young?

Perched upon a small hill overlooking the old Norfolk & Western railway station sits the old Foster Falls Hotel.

Come view our resident Bald Eagle nest along the New River.

Calling all homeschoolers to join the rangers at Pocahontas State Park for monthly programs on the third Monday of the month.

Beavers are nature's architects!

Perched upon a small hill overlooking the old Norfolk & Western railway station sits the old Foster Falls Hotel.

Have fun at New River Trail State Park during the Fall and Winter!

If you love nature and the outdoors, come check out the Friends of Powhatan State Park monthly meetings and gather with like-minded people who are passionate about supporting Virginia State Parks through volunteerism and legislation.

Have fun at New River Trail State Park during the Fall and Winter!

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

Have fun at New River Trail State Park during the Fall and Winter!

You’re invited to join us for a monthly crafting meet up where you will be provided a space to create art inspired by the “#showyourstripes” initiative and enjoy conversations with park staff and members of your community about ways you can contribute to conservation!

The Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park is excited to announce the spring semester of the WiseJAMS Music Program.

Let your creative side out, while out in nature!

Walk in the footsteps of moonshiners of decades gone by.

Have fun at New River Trail State Park during the Fall and Winter!

With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods.  Meet with our naturalist/ranger who will help you discover the aquatic, insect, mammal, and plant life in the park’s ecosystems.  Don't be surprised if he has a photo or two to share with you.

Join us and Mount Rogers Community Services and immerse yourself in nature's grandeur while fueling your body, mind, and soul every Friday at noon.

For those who just want something short and sweet, the ADA Fishing Trail is the place for you.

Did you know there was once a thriving "boom town" located where our lake is today?

Grab your binoculars and get outside.  Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy will lead these monthly hikes to discover and identify birds at Sweet Run State Park. We will explore parts of this beautiful 900 acre preserve and see what lives in and visits its diverse habitats.

Join a park ranger on a hike to the waterfall and back.