Come walk the park's bluebird trail with a Virginia Master Naturalist as she checks the nestboxes and records data for the Virginia Bluebird Society.

The Lyrids meteor shower is an average shower, usually producing about 20 meteors per hour at its peak.

The Eta Aquarids meteor shower is an above average meteor shower with about 30 meteors per hour at its peak in the Northern Hemisphere.

Earth Day is the perfect time to get out and enjoy the great outdoors.

There is no better time to practice recycling than on Earth Day.

Come join the storytellers from CHAOS (Chapel Hill Astronomical and Observational Society) on the Observation Field to share the stories of the stars.

Come walk the park's bluebird trail with a Virginia Master Naturalist as she checks the nestboxes and records data for the Virginia Bluebird Society.

Come walk the park's bluebird trail with a Virginia Master Naturalist as she checks the nestboxes and records data for the Virginia Bluebird Society.

Kick your summer off with a bang at Staunton River State Park on National Kids to Parks Day.

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

Welcome to Staunton River State Park!

In our park's nature center, you can see many different native animals of Virginia.

This ranger-led hike will teach you the principles of "Leave No Trace".

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

Come join the storytellers from CHAOS (Chapel Hill Astronomical and Observational Society) on the Observation Field to share the stories of the stars.

Let's venture out in search of the great bumble bee.

Let’s head over to Edmunds Lake and try to wrangle in some big fish.

Enjoy a movie under the stars.

Come walk the park's bluebird trail with a Virginia Master Naturalist as she checks the nestboxes and records data for the Virginia Bluebird Society.

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

Welcome to Staunton River State Park!

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

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

Let’s head over to Edmunds Lake and try to wrangle in some big fish.

Enjoy a movie under the stars.

Want to learn how to play the outdoorsman’s version of BINGO? Each guest will be given a Virginia State Parks Bingo Card with a picture or a word in each box. If you find five objects in a row on your card, then you get BINGO. Let's set out on the trail and see what kind of natural wonders we can find. Along the way we might also be able to observe the Staunton River and learn about the history of the Park.

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

This ranger-led hike will teach you the principles of "Leave No Trace".

Welcome to Staunton River State Park!

June is a beautiful month to get outdoors and enjoy what mother nature has to offer. So, come on out on National Trails Day and get ready to have some fun. Whether you are hiking on foot, riding on your bike, or exploring with your equestrian companion, Staunton River State Park has got a trail for you.

Let’s go on a fun "History Hike" at Staunton River State Park. Our interpretive ranger will lead the hike on River Bank Trail and talk about the exciting history of the Staunton River and our beautiful State Park.

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

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

Staunton River State Park is home for many different types of wild animals. Hike around the park and see if you can spot some of these homes. Remember to think outside the box on this one. Some animals live in trees, some live in the ground, and some live in the water.

Time to go on a scavenger hunt in the campground. Staunton River’s campground is nestled back in the woods right beside the Staunton River and is the perfect place to spot some interesting rocks, animals, and plant life. Each guest will be provided with a list of items to find. Will you be the first to find them all? If so, then you may receive a prize at the end of the program. Everyone will meet at the Visitor Center and the hunt will start from there.

Get creative and discover the magic of upcycling! Join us in repurposing glass bottles that were headed to the landfill by painting your own vase.

Welcome to Staunton River State Park!

Come walk the park's bluebird trail with a Virginia Master Naturalist as she checks the nestboxes and records data for the Virginia Bluebird Society.

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

Join us on a ranger-led wagon ride through history. We will take you on a tour of our beautiful park, stopping at multiple places along the way to interpret the amazing history of Staunton River State Park.

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

Enjoy a movie under the stars.

Want to go on a scavenger hunt in the wilderness? Let’s go on a hike on the Captain Staunton Trail and try to find some of nature’s hidden treasures. All guests will be provided with a list of items to find while we are out on the trail. The first person to find them all will get a prize.   All materials will be provided by the park. There is no fee for this program, but the standard parking fee is required unless you are a cabin or campground guest.

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

Welcome to Staunton River State Park!

Let's venture out in search of the great bumble bee.

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

Let’s head over to Edmunds Lake and try to wrangle in some big fish.

Come join the storytellers from CHAOS (Chapel Hill Astronomical and Observational Society) on the Observation Field to share the stories of the stars.

Let’s go on a fun "History Hike" at Staunton River State Park. Our interpretive ranger will lead the hike on River Bank Trail and talk about the exciting history of the Staunton River and our beautiful State Park.

Time to go on a scavenger hunt in the campground. Staunton River’s campground is nestled back in the woods right beside the Staunton River and is the perfect place to spot some interesting rocks, animals, and plant life. Each guest will be provided with a list of items to find. Will you be the first to find them all? If so, then you may receive a prize at the end of the program. Everyone will meet at the Visitor Center and the hunt will start from there.

This ranger-led hike will teach you the principles of "Leave No Trace".

Welcome to Staunton River State Park!

In our park's nature center, you can see many different native animals of Virginia.

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

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

Enjoy a movie under the stars.

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

Staunton River State Park is home for many different types of wild animals. Hike around the park and see if you can spot some of these homes. Remember to think outside the box on this one. Some animals live in trees, some live in the ground, and some live in the water.

Time to go on a scavenger hunt in the campground. Staunton River’s campground is nestled back in the woods right beside the Staunton River and is the perfect place to spot some interesting rocks, animals, and plant life. Each guest will be provided with a list of items to find. Will you be the first to find them all? If so, then you may receive a prize at the end of the program. Everyone will meet at the Visitor Center and the hunt will start from there.

Get creative and discover the magic of upcycling! Join us in repurposing glass bottles that were headed to the landfill by painting your own vase.

Welcome to Staunton River State Park!

Enjoy a movie under the stars.

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

This ranger-led hike will teach you the principles of "Leave No Trace".

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

Enjoy a movie under the stars.

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.

Want to learn how to play the outdoorsman’s version of BINGO? Each guest will be given a Virginia State Parks Bingo Card with a picture or a word in each box. If you find five objects in a row on your card, then you get BINGO. Let's set out on the trail and see what kind of natural wonders we can find. Along the way we might also be able to observe the Staunton River and learn about the history of the Park.

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

Welcome to Staunton River State Park!

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

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

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

Enjoy a movie under the stars.

The Delta Aquarids meteor shower is an average meteor shower that can produce up to 20 meteors per hour at its peak.

Let’s go on a fun "History Hike" at Staunton River State Park. Our interpretive ranger will lead the hike on River Bank Trail and talk about the exciting history of the Staunton River and our beautiful State Park.

Want to go on a scavenger hunt in the wilderness? Let’s go on a hike on the Captain Staunton Trail and try to find some of nature’s hidden treasures. All guests will be provided with a list of items to find while we are out on the trail. The first person to find them all will get a prize.   All materials will be provided by the park. There is no fee for this program, but the standard parking fee is required unless you are a cabin or campground guest.

The Perseids meteor shower is one of the best meteor showers to observe, producing up to 60 meteors per hour at its peak.

Have you ever wondered what owls look like?

Welcome to Staunton River State Park!

Let's venture out in search of the great bumble bee.

Want to learn how to play the outdoorsman’s version of BINGO? Each guest will be given a Virginia State Parks Bingo Card with a picture or a word in each box. If you find five objects in a row on your card, then you get BINGO. Let's set out on the trail and see what kind of natural wonders we can find. Along the way we might also be able to observe the Staunton River and learn about the history of the Park.

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

Let’s head over to Edmunds Lake and try to wrangle in some big fish.

Enjoy a movie under the stars.

Staunton River State Park is home for many different types of wild animals. Hike around the park and see if you can spot some of these homes. Remember to think outside the box on this one. Some animals live in trees, some live in the ground, and some live in the water.

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

Get creative and discover the magic of upcycling! Join us in repurposing glass bottles that were headed to the landfill by painting your own vase.

Welcome to Staunton River State Park!

In our park's nature center, you can see many different native animals of Virginia.

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

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

Come join the storytellers from CHAOS (Chapel Hill Astronomical and Observational Society) on the Observation Field to share the stories of the stars.

Time to go on a scavenger hunt in the campground. Staunton River’s campground is nestled back in the woods right beside the Staunton River and is the perfect place to spot some interesting rocks, animals, and plant life. Each guest will be provided with a list of items to find. Will you be the first to find them all? If so, then you may receive a prize at the end of the program. Everyone will meet at the Visitor Center and the hunt will start from there.

Want to learn how to play the outdoorsman’s version of BINGO? Each guest will be given a Virginia State Parks Bingo Card with a picture or a word in each box. If you find five objects in a row on your card, then you get BINGO. Let's set out on the trail and see what kind of natural wonders we can find. Along the way we might also be able to observe the Staunton River and learn about the history of the Park.

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

Welcome to Staunton River State Park!

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

Let’s go on a fun "History Hike" at Staunton River State Park. Our interpretive ranger will lead the hike on River Bank Trail and talk about the exciting history of the Staunton River and our beautiful State Park.