This is a fantastic time of year to take-in the beautiful fall colors of Southwest Virginia on the final bike meet-up of the year that will be 8.4 miles out and back and takes about one hour. Gravel or road tires work on New River Trail.

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

Let your imagination run wild with this fun scavenger hunt.

During this one-mile trek, a ranger will guide you through this journey through time on Goodwin Lake Trail. Although rated easy, this trail may not be suitable for those with strollers or severe mobility issues.

Join us for an immersive adventure!

Learn about Douthat State Park's forest nightlife as we immerse ourselves in the night time world of nature.

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.

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

Would you like to have the chance to explore the trails in Powhatan State Park and meet new people?

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.

 Face your fears and unlock the mysteries Machicomoco's night time creatures by investigating the park after dark with us. Join us on a hike to discover some of the "spooky" animals of the park and to do some hands-on learning to find out what you really need to worry about and make the outdoors less frightening.

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

Enjoy the stunning views of the awe-inspiring mountains as the leaves begin to change from a deep green to vibrant red, orange and yellow hues.

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

Explore the rich natural history of trees guided by a Virginia Master Naturalist.

Enjoy a rare opportunity to experience the wonders of Mason Neck State Park after hours.

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

Join us for a special night hike through False Cape State Park.

Even after the chilly breezes of autumn have stripped them of their leaves, trees provide clues to their identification by way of their bark, leaf scars and other individual characteristics.

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 professional outdoor instructor Tim MacWelch to learn about the remarkable seasonal wild edible and medicinal plants of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Would you like to have the chance to explore the trails in Powhatan State Park and meet new people?

Gather with family and friends to take in the starry, moonless sky above the Blue Ridge Mountains. Pick out constellations, observe planets and nebula through a telescope, and enjoy a hot drink with park rangers on a chilly night.

Join us on a real or virtual hike through Claytor Lake State Park as we take a closer look at some of the beautiful native trees.

Pick up the Junior Ranger booklet at the Visitor Center to begin this self-guided program.

Take a hike back in time by visiting our tour points located at the same location as our collection of photos and videos from past years at Claytor Lake State Park and Claytor Lake.

Discover the different habitats Sky Meadows has to offer on our Kids in Park's TRACK Trail!

Stop by the Visitor Center and pick up a copy of a self-guided brochure on the "22 Trees of Virginia Tour." This one-mile hike will take you on an adventure to awe-inspiring overlooks while identifying some of the common trees you may find in your backyard.

Go on a hiking adventure with Track Trails!

Request a ranger to give your family or group a chance to engage in activities not otherwise available in our park.

Go on a hiking adventure with Track Trails!

The park has over 12 miles of beautiful hiking trails that range in difficulty from easy to moderate.

If you're interested in learning about trees while you hike, this self-guided program is for you.