Watch for a roaming ranger with something interesting for show and tell.

Celebrate a successful day with free s'mores by the campfire followed by a search for the three species of owls commonly found in Claytor Lake State Park.

Start the day with a ranger-led walk around the scenic Howe House and gazebo as we watch for wildlife.

Learn a bit about the moon as you watch the full moon rise over Claytor Lake.

Enjoy a morning stroll around the Howe House grounds while discovering the history of this land and its inhabitants.

Join us as you learn some new outdoor skills.

Let's be creative!

Join us by the campfire to relax and have a s'more.

Visit the Howe House as we discuss it’s history as well as the people who settled this area. We look forward to meeting you!

Watch for one of the roaming rangers as they travel throughout the park presenting mini-programs on a variety of topics.

What kinds of critters live in Claytor Lake State Park?

What is paracord and what is it used for?

Watch for a roaming ranger with something interesting for show and tell.

Join us by the campfire to relax and learn a bit about the owls commonly found in our park.

Enjoy coffee and perhaps some native teas on the Howe House front porch as we discuss the history of the house and the people who settled this area. We look forward to meeting you!

Watch for one of the roaming rangers as they travel throughout the park presenting mini-programs on a variety of topics.

Looking for a fun family activity?

Drop by the campfire to relax, meet your camping neighbors, and have a free s'more.

Enjoy a morning stroll around the Howe House grounds while discovering the history of this land and its inhabitants.

Watch for one of the roaming rangers as they travel throughout the park presenting mini-programs on a variety of topics.

What is the perfect sized walking stick for you?

Learn all about the Eastern Screech-Owl as we turn pinecones into the crafty little creatures.

Watch for a roaming ranger with something interesting for show and tell.

Drop by the campfire to relax, meet your camping neighbors, and have a free s'more.

Start the day with a ranger-led walk around the scenic Howe House and gazebo as we watch for wildlife.

Watch for one of the roaming rangers as they travel throughout the park presenting mini-programs on a variety of topics.

Celebrate Fall at Claytor Lake State Park with a full day of activities. Enjoy a scenic hayride throughout the park or get creative and participate in our pumpkin carving or campsite decorating contests.

Save the date for Claytor Lake State Park's Fall Celebration.

Volunteers are needed to get mucky in search of mussels that may have been left high and dry on the shoreline as a result of the Claytor Lake drawdown.

It's the most wonderful time of the year at Claytor Lake State Park.

Please join us for Claytor Lake State Park's Outdoor Holiday Celebration.

This year Claytor Lake State Park is celebrating 75 years of making memories. 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.

Within the trail system lies the Troop 244 5K Cross Country Trail.

Help us keep our trails beautiful.

Help ensure years of great fishing at Claytor Lake by recycling your old Christmas tree at the park.

Contribute to citizen science by helping us create a time lapse of this mysterious site.

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.

Did you know that Haven Howe was an early advocate for environmental reform in Virginia? Participate in person or virtually as we examine the fine craftsmanship of the Howe House and learn of its builder, inhabitants, and history.