Merchandise sales locations will be closed state-wide for the required annual inventory beginning Wednesday, April 15 and will reopen when completed on April 16.
Open fires are prohibited throughout the park from midnight to 4 p.m., Feb. 15 through April 30. Learn more.
Read Our Blogs
Clinch River State Park: An update on Virginia's first blueway state park
Posted April 07, 2026
Clinch River State Park continues to make exciting steps as it develops into Virginia's first blueway state park, blending river-based recreation and land conservation in a way no other state park in the commonwealth has done before.
See Virginia’s fall colors in a whole new way: Join a ranger-led adventure
Posted September 30, 2025
This season, parks across the state are offering a variety of ranger-led activities designed to help you enjoy fall colors in unforgettable ways.
15 fall festivities at Virginia State Parks
Posted September 11, 2025
With cooler temperatures approaching, this is the perfect time to enjoy the foliage and fall festivities at a Virginia State Park. There are numerous events throughout the Commonwealth for the whole family to enjoy. Get outside and enjoy the season.
Reel in the fun fishing at a Virginia State Park
Posted June 06, 2025
Do you want to learn how to fish or experience a refresher course to build your skills? Virginia State Parks provide a wide variety of fishing spots and programs that help you learn the best ways to enjoy your water adventures this summer.
Fishing at Virginia State Parks
Posted March 20, 2025
Whether you prefer fishing in lakes, rivers, creeks, oceans or the bay, there are plenty of places to cast your line at a Virginia State Park. To enjoy more time on the water be sure to book your stay in a cabin, campground, yurt or lodge.
First Master Paddler of Virginia State Parks: Colleen Renderos
Posted December 04, 2024
We asked the first person to complete our Wandering Waters Paddle Quest program to tell us about her experience wandering the waters of 31 Virginia State Parks. For completing the program, Colleen Renderos received her Master Paddler certificate.
Winter Hiking Tips: Enjoying the off-season at Virginia State Parks
Posted January 09, 2024
Hiking offers challenges and opportunities to enjoy the off-season at Virginia State Parks!
Search for blogs
Categories
Cabins
Camping
Fishing
History and Culture
Other
Programs and Events
Trails
Volunteers
Water Fun
Archive
2026
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016
2015
2014
2012



















