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Shellie Leete, former DCR blog writer.


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Is There Glamping at Virginia State Parks? How About a Yurt

By Shellie LeetePosted October 15, 2025
Experience the park from a new perspective when you stay in a Virginia State Park Yurt.
Experience the park from a new perspective when you stay in a Virginia State Park Yurt - this is at Powhatan State Park, Va

An iconic southwest Virginia State Parks road trip

By Shellie LeetePosted October 06, 2025
Consider your next incredible scenic road trip by connecting door to door state parks in Virginia's mountains.
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6 reasons to visit Natural Bridge this fall

By Shellie LeetePosted September 30, 2025
When you think of Natural Bridge State Park, the first thing that comes to mind is probably the 200-foot-tall Natural Bridge. This iconic Virginia landmark is truly awe-inspiring, but if you haven't explored the rest of the park, you're missing out.
Natural Bridge

5 great fall getaways to start planning now: Piedmont

By Shellie LeetePosted September 10, 2025
These amazing fall getaways include incredible nearby attractions like breweries, wineries and unique historic sites to explore.
Cabins are in a wooded location along the shores of Buggs Island Lake at Occoneechee State Park, Va

6 favorite fall camping spots at Virginia State Parks

By Shellie LeetePosted September 09, 2025
When the temperatures drop, it signals the perfect time for camping in my book. If you're like me, we love to say bye-bye to the heat of summer, the insect repellent and sunscreen.
Overlooking the dock and Lakeside Campground at Douthat State Park, va

Two Unforgettable Experiences All Within an Hour of Williamsburg

By Shellie LeetePosted May 03, 2022
Two parks just a short drive from the Williamsburg area, offering hours of family fun, outside.
A nice composition of the sandy shoreline of the river at York River State Park, Virginia

9 Great Rail Trails in Virginia

By Shellie LeetePosted March 25, 2021
Take in the beautiful Virginia countryside as you ride the former rails on our state's rail-trails. Two of the longest are scenic Virginia State Parks.
Abandoned rail lines converted into trails for hiking, biking, equestrian use (New River Trail State Park)

Why You Need to Add This Park to Your Must-Visit List!

By Shellie LeetePosted November 13, 2020
Explore what makes Staunton River State Park a must on your visit list.
Gorgeous fall sunrise over the Staunton River

6 more favorite fall camping spots at Virginia State Parks

By Shellie LeetePosted September 24, 2020
Fall camping is the best; the parks are less crowded, the temperatures are cooling off and the scenery can't be beat. Let's explore some favorite camping spots at Virginia State Parks.
camping with friends at Pocahontas State Park

4 Parks for Leaf Peeping in Coastal Virginia

By Shellie LeetePosted September 18, 2020
With 43 Virginia State Parks it may be hard to decide which park to choose to see the fall foliage. Here are four favorite parks for fall foliage that aren't too far if you live in Tidewater Virginia.
Park roads are some of the prettiest drives around, like this one at Leesylvania State Park, Va


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