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

Paddle your way around the park’s unique ecosystem.

This is an easy and fun ride for cyclists of all skill levels that covers 12 miles out and back and takes about 1.5 hours.

Join rangers at the park for a fun nature reading session.

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

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

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

Want to go on a scavenger hunt in the wilderness?

From the ashes of the old Fossil Beach has arisen a new, dynamic ecosystem.  The living shoreline between the rip-rap and water’s edge is attracting interesting estuarine and marine creatures and plants.  Discover them and how living shorelines enhance and protect our waterfronts.

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

Explore the mighty James River via canoe with your very own guide!

Meet local 'shellebrity' Ranger Myrtle, the Red-eared Slider turtle, as she suns herself in her enclosure behind the concession building.

Geocaching combines Global Positioning System (GPS) technology with nature to provide adventure for treasure hunters all over the world.

Come across our Ranger outposts stationed at a lesser-known part of First Landing State Park: the Narrows Beach!

Have questions about the shells you find on the beach?

Step inside to learn all about the magic of the Chesapeake Bay and its inhabitants.

Join us by stopping by our table to learn about trash and it’s impact on the beach, and how we can help prevent it from damaging our environment!

Celebrate Independence Day and show off your creativity with a patriotic themed craft, fun for the whole family!

The Second Continental Congress ratified the Declaration of Independence, leaving ties to the English crown in ruin and the North American colonies in an open state of rebellion.

Bring the family by the Discovery Center to play fun field games!

Have you ever touched bear fur or looked at the teeth of a beaver?

It is July 4th and we are bringing the BLING!

Join us as we explore the wonders of nature.

Join us at the beach to celebrate our nation’s independence by playing some field games.

Enjoy a fun paddling adventure at Leesylvania State Park on Powell's Creek!  Watch majestic bald eagles and ospreys soar above, a heron hunting along the shore, and turtles basking in the  sunshine.

Are all snakes venomous?

Have you ever heard an owl sing at night?

Bring the family out to the Campground Field and join us for an afternoon of games.

Have you ever thought about where the railroad at Natural Tunnel goes and what it has been used for through the years?

Co-Op Trail offers stunning views of Swift Creek Lake.

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

It's time for Hungry Mother's favorite competition.

Did you know owls don't chew their food?

Bodies of water attract wildlife; therefore, they are great places to look for animal tracks.

Need a break from your long trip and have a little fun? Do you like being creative? We have many things to see at our Visitor Center.

Explore the mighty James River via canoe with your very own guide!

What's under that rock?

There are many different wildlife that call Leesylvania State Park their home.

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

Ahoy Matey!

Celebrate Independence Day with us down by the river by painting fireworks!

The Second Continental Congress ratified the Declaration of Independence, leaving ties to the English crown in ruin and the North American colonies in an open state of rebellion.

Let's beat the heat and make some homemade ice cream in a bag.

Create a hand-made, nature-inspired souvenir to take home.

Leesylvania State Park is part of many different watersheds, some large and some small.

Not all bees live in hives.

Head down to the fishing pier and celebrate Independence Day by having your picture taken with Ranger Parker Redfox-the Virginia State Parks Mascot! Great for all ages!

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

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

Have you ever wanted to see one of the park’s many reptile residents up close?

Come show off your stars and stripes by participating in a campground parade.

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

Join our instructors who will teach the basics of archery safety and technique on recurve and compound bows.

Join the Rangers for an all out trivia battle!

How many crabs can you grab?

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

The Chesapeake Bay provides visitors with some of the most stunning views of the sunset and sounds of the waves.

Join our ranger in some night fishing!

Other than the fireworks bursting in the distance, there are many cool critters calling in the night.

You are invited to celebrate Independence Day away from the hustle and bustle and under the peaceful night skies of the park.

Explore some of Machicomoco’s best views during golden hour while stopping in to talk with a Ranger about some of their favorite park topics.

FLSP is excited about our 2024 Junior Ranger Camp!  Online registration will begin Monday, Feb. 19th, at 9:00 a.m. via SignUpGenius.

The Archery Range opens for the season daily from 8 a.m. until dusk.

The Visitor Center at Sailor's Creek Battlefield Historical State Park offers a museum filled with treasured artifacts discovered over the years where the last major fight of the American Civil War in Virginia occurred on April 6, 1865.

Tours of the Hillsman House, a National Historic Landmark, are available to the public by request.

A Self-Guided Driving Tour of Sailor's Creek Battlefield is available to visitors year-round from sunrise to sunset.

Sailor's Creek Battlefield offers six, self-guided Hiking Trails with historic markers for the public to explore year round during daylight hours (sunrise to sunset).

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.

The Staunton River Scavenger Hunt is a self-guided program that you can enjoy with family and friends.

Pick up the Staunton River State Park bird identification list in the Visitor Center for this self-guided program.

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

Pick up this Ranger Quest guide at the Visitor Center to begin this self-guided program.

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.

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.

Earn your junior ranger patch through a variety of programs and fun family activities.  Visit the park office, gift shop, or contact station for a copy of our junior ranger booklet, or you can download it from the link below.

Find out what it takes to be a ranger at Sky Meadows State Park.

A new discovery awaits your family with Sky Meadows' Discovery Backpacks.

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.

Experience geocaching at Sky Meadows State Park with three park-themed caches.

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

Go on a hiking adventure with Track Trails!

We have some exciting self-guided activities launching this year; whether it's kayaking the New River, enjoying an audio tour, or becoming a Junior Ranger, there's something for everyone. Here is a list of what is available: Geocaching: This is a fun way to merge technology and outdoor exploration.

As you explore the Wilderness Road Blockhouse and the surrounding area, discover what makes this building so unique as well as what was commonly used on the frontier for survival during the 18th Century.

Enjoy a self-guided tour as you walk down to see the Natural Tunnel.

Biking is a wonderful activity to do here in the park.

Smith Mountain Lake is the perfect location for fishing.

Discover the secrets of the park through geocaching.

Schedule some fun at New River Trail State Park!

Belle Isle State Park has some great activities that you can do on your own schedule.

Belle Isle State Park is looking for the next generation of ranger, are you ready to give it a try?

Go on a hiking adventure with Track Trails!

Are you looking for a great activity for the kids that is both fun and educational?

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

Throughout the year various constellations appear in the night sky.

Drop by the kiosk at the Spillway, pick up a special brochure, and get ready to get dirty with our seasonal scavenger hunts for kids.

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

Stop by the Discovery Center and go inside to grab a booklet that will take you and your kids on adventure through time in Hungry Mother State Park.

Find the special Track Trail kiosk at the corner of Parking Lot 6 to pick up a brochure with fun activities for kids to enjoy around the park.

If you're excited to learn more about our native plants and animals, then you're in the right place.