Trick Your Stick

Location of Claytor Lake State Park in Virginia

Where

Program Location: Water's Edge Meeting Facility - 6596 Ben H. Bolen Dr., Dublin, VA 24084
Main Park Address: Claytor Lake State Park, 6620 Ben H. Bolen Dr., Dublin, VA 24084.

When

Jan. 1, 2027. 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Kick off the New Year crafting your own personal walking stick to celebrate First Day Hikes. Skip the cold and join us indoors where it's warm and cozy. We will have our gas fireplace going and hot cocoa. Bring your own stick or take one of ours and use the provided crafting supplies to create your own uniquely designed walking stick. This event will run continuously from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., so join us when you can.

First Day Hike bumper stickers will be available for free at the Contact Station as well as at the Gift Shop from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. while supplies last. This is a free parking day to all guests.

Boy wrapping blue paracord string around his wooden hiking stick.

About First Day Hikes

Every year on Jan. 1, Virginia State Parks celebrates First Day Hikes. This nationwide initiative invites people to ring in the new year by connecting with nature and making lasting memories at a state park. Ranger-led and self-guided First Day Hikes are offered across the state, giving visitors of all ages and skill levels the chance to explore outdoors. January 1 is a Free Parking Day at all Virginia State Parks. (The admission fee at Natural Bridge still applies).

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: No.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 540-643-2500
Email Address: ClaytorLake@dcr.virginia.gov