Events in Virginia State Parks

10 and 2, 10 and 2, get into the rhythm of fly fishing.

Every Monday evening from May to September you can find local fresh produce, baked goods, honey, jams and jellies, soap, and local artisan crafters, as well as food vendors, here at Fairy Stone State Park.

Have you ever bumped into one of our tall bark-covered residents and wondered who it is you've just run into?

Come learn what makes cave ecosystems so delicate and special.

Discover the science beneath the surface at Karst in a Cup, where you'll learn how groundwater moves, how caves develop, and how karst landscapes shape our environment.

Bring your furry friends for a beautiful nature walk with one of our rangers.

Our beautiful park is the perfect place to pick up a fun new workout routine.

Help support the park you love.

The Friends of Powhatan State Park is a group made up of citizen volunteers from Virginia’s Piedmont region who are passionate about supporting the park’s mission.

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

Spend time paddling down the Clinch River.

Join a Hungry Mother interpreter for some WILD adventures this summer!

While most of the adventure on the New River takes place above the water, there is no shortage of things to see below the water!

Learn about the mighty earth movers beneath your feet and get a tasty treat.

What swims in the shallows of South Beach?

Been itching to go fishing?

Kiptopeke is full of beautiful sights to draw inspiration from. Breath taking sunsets on the bay, graceful migratory birds in flight, the swirling lines of seashells in the sand, and the pops of color from flowers in the fields can awaken the artist in all of us. Want to create your own masterpiece or capture a memory in your own impressionistic style?

Everyone loves a relaxing evening especially out on Hungry Mother Lake.

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

Experience the James River like never before on this ranger-guided canoe float between Canoe Landing and Dixon Landing!

Join us on a ranger led paddle from Austinville to Foster Falls (4.5 miles) along the New River to learn more about the history of the area and about kayaking the river.

Salamander Meander invites you to explore Appalachian creeks in search of the region's unique salamander species.

Enjoy a relaxing morning by taking a guided kayak paddle through the marshes of Back Bay.

Do you want to witness the art of Gyotaku fish printing, an ancient craft where you can create your own fish masterpiece?

Experience the James River like never before on this ranger-guided canoe float between Canoe Landing and Dixon Landing!

Who's tracks are those?

Our Friends Group is an organization of citizens who support our park's operations, events, and material needs through fund raising.

The one and only mammal on the planet capable of true flight absolutely loves Hungry Mother.

Shine a light on days gone by with a lantern-lit history tour of the Natural Bridge.

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

Experience the James River like never before on this ranger-guided canoe float between Bent Creek and Canoe Landing!

Create a recycled flowerpot out of newspaper that you can place right in the ground with native flower seeds.

Enjoy a relaxing morning by taking a guided kayak paddle through the marshes of Back Bay.

Look at all the trash around us; near our homes, along the roadsides, in farm fields, at the park.

What is a Box Turtles favorite food?

Learn why they're called survival bracelets--and then make one yourself.

Join a park ranger for this competitive adventure on the one-mile loop Goodwin Lake Trail.

Meet Gertie and Birdie, our Educational Ambassadors, and interact with our knowledgeable rangers while they care for these beloved critters.

What swims through the shallows of South Beach?

Meet a ranger for a leisurely paced morning walk from the Cliffview office towards Galax.

Come discover the world of self-publishing!

Come explore the historic town of Fries! A park ranger will share stories of local history and show what remains of the once thriving textile industry.

Do you want to learn the history of the land that Kiptopeke is on today?

Twilight Paddle Adventures are a great way to spend an evening away from the hustle and bustle of work, traffic and the cares of life.

Enjoy the beautiful park setting as you are entertained by some of our very own local musicians.

Join us at the amphitheater for a warm welcome, camping tips, and marshmallow roasting at our weekly welcome campfire!  Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. .

Start your weekend off right with s’mores and more!

Explore an enchanting evening amidst the rolling Blue Ridge Mountains as the sun sets and the world transitions from day to night!

Watch the last traces of daylight strike the Blue Ridge Mountains on this haywagon ride.

Enjoy a movie night under the stars and bring your chairs, blankets, snacks, and more for the whole family!

Welcome to Staunton River State Park!

Ever wonder what goes on at night in a park?

Grab your binoculars and get outside.

Grab your binoculars and go birding.

Ready to learn the ins and outs of stand up paddleboarding?

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

Ever tried to balance on a board in the water as you paddle down the lake?

Kayak season is here!

Experience the James River like never before on this ranger-guided canoe float between Canoe Landing and Dixon Landing!

Become a Junior Ranger at False Cape State Park!

We are looking for eager volunteers of all skill level to help us repair and maintain our trails!

The Timberneck House got a new paint job last year!

Bring your phone and take a walk on the Sensory  Explorers’ Trail with Alex Newhart, a Virginia Master Naturalist photographer.   Learn how to capture exceptional nature photographs using only your smartphone no matter which type of phone you use (Android or iPhone).

Please join us for a very special afternoon with Carl “Gump” Blair and Gene Dunford.

This archery session offers instruction for beginners and shooting time for the more experienced. It begins with a talk on archery equipment, technique, and safety.

In appreciation for continued support, Wilderness Road State Park offers a day of entertainment.

Express yourself on the trail with a stylish and unique hiking stick you designed and decorated yourself.

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

Ever wonder what animals call Kiptopeke home?

Step into the shoes of a 19th-century farmer and help care for our heritage breed chickens and goats!

Join a ranger for a powerful look at the youngest soldiers of the Union Army.

Search for some frogs and learn what makes them so interesting! Our rangers and volunteers will walk you through every step of their life, and teach you how to not only find them, but also how to safely handle them.   .

Want to learn how to navigate nature?

Set out on a relaxing ranger-guided tubing adventure as you float from Canoe Landing to Dixon Landing along the scenic James River! This approximately 2-mile trip generally takes around two hours, depending on river flow.

Westmoreland State Park is home to five different ambassador animals: Reba McEntire the corn snake, Stevie Nicks the king snake, and three red-eared sliders, Ella Fitzgerald, Patsy Cline, and Earl Scruggs.

Ever wanted to learn how to crab?

Rumor has it that Marion is the home to the sweet soda, Mountain Dew!

Kiptopeke is full of beautiful sights to draw inspiration from. Breath taking sunsets on the bay, graceful migratory birds in flight, the swirling lines of seashells in the sand, and the pops of color from flowers in the fields can awaken the artist in all of us. Want to create your own masterpiece or capture a memory in your own impressionistic style?

Everyone has heard of dancing in the moonlight, but what about kayaking?

Sing and jam with us at our Open Mic night.

Twilight Paddle Adventures are a great way to spend an evening away from the hustle and bustle of work, traffic and the cares of life.

Who cooks for you?

As the sun dips low and the night draws near, we humans usually turn in for the night...but this is show-time for bats!

Take a float as day turns into twilight, and the creatures of the night arise.

Come gather around the campfire and immerse yourself in a night of fun.

A nearly century-long tradition continues as the Natural Bridge is bathed in light the last Saturday night of every month (plus holiday weekends), April through October.  Experience the 200-foot-tall arch as it is lit from above and below by dozens of lights, with the only sound being the murmuring of Cedar Creek running below.

Join us after dark to observe moths and other insects of the night. Entomologists Dr.

Looking for a fun way to explore the park at your own pace?

One of the best times to be on Hungry Mother Lake is in the early mornings when no one else is on the lake.

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

Experience the James River like never before on this ranger-guided canoe float between Canoe Landing and Dixon Landing!

Join certified Forest Therapy volunteer, Tina Hayes, for a relaxing program made to calm the mind.

Ever wonder what animals call Kiptopeke home?

Hoot have thought reconstructing skeletons could be so cool?!

Not all-aquatic wildlife has fins or scales!

Want to learn more about the animals that live in our Big Water Visitor Center?

Get to know our favorite ambassador animals: Snoopy, Junior, Hungars, and Kernel as a ranger feeds our favorite critters.

Join a ranger for a powerful look at the youngest soldiers of the Union Army.

What will we scoop up this time?

Set out on a relaxing ranger-guided tubing adventure as you float from Canoe Landing to Dixon Landing along the scenic James River! This approximately 2-mile trip generally takes around two hours, depending on river flow.