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.

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In the Interest of Justice

By Guest BloggerPosted February 22, 2019
Countless people have had their first swimming lesson at this park, vacationed here, and even gotten married here… and this park wouldn't exist if it wasn't for Mr. Martin.
Mr. Maceo Conrad Martin in his hometown of Danville, Virginia

Up a Creek with a Paddle at Hungry Mother State Park

By Guest BloggerPosted February 15, 2019
If you want to learn something new, now's the time to book that long weekend or summer vacation, and Hungry Mother State Park can help you get off the couch to enjoy outdoor recreation with or without a paddle.
Hungry Mother State Park Lake offers a getaway from all your cares in the mountains of Virginia

Otter Encounter at Fairy Stone

By Guest BloggerPosted February 14, 2019
Learn what happened when a couple quietly paddled their way toward the dam on Fairy Stone lake, an experience that was otter this world.
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A Ranger's Favorite Hike

By Guest BloggerPosted February 10, 2019
Working for Virginia State Parks, Ranger Blevins gets to hike many trails, but here is her favorite.
Sunrise in the mountains at Hungry Mother State Park

The Virginia Service and Conservation Corps Experience: James River

By Guest BloggerPosted February 06, 2019
Each month we'll be highlighting a different Virginia Service and Conservation Corps service member and their experience serving in Virginia State Parks.
The view from Tye River Overlook at James River State Park is just one of the perks of my job with AmeriCorps

Amazing Hikes One Park at a Time: Hungry Mother State Park

By Guest BloggerPosted December 27, 2018
Learn more about the best hiking trails in Virginia as guest blogger Lauren MacGregor and husband make it their goal to hike them at every Virginia State Park.
Magical scenery along the trail back to the campground at Hungry Mother State Park, Virginia

A Winter Walk in a Naked Wood

By Guest BloggerPosted December 22, 2018
You are invited to go to the woods. Breathe in the crisp winter air. Beauty, life, and rest await you at Caledon State Park.
A walk in the woods is good medicine - Boyd

Custom route for a wetland adventure at James River State Park

By Guest BloggerPosted December 20, 2018
Park Manager Andrew Philpot shares why fall and winter hiking are his favorite seasons to get out in the parks to explore.
A view of the flooded and iced over wetland impoundment at James River State Park, Va

How do you pass the cute test?

By Guest BloggerPosted December 03, 2018
Every creature has a job in the wild, and part of our jobs at Virginia State Parks is to teach others what that is.
Have you ever considere what makes a bat a magical, fascinating member of our community? Hungry Mother State Park, Virginia

Visit Hungry Mother in the Between Times and it Might Bring a Surprise

By Guest BloggerPosted November 30, 2018
When leaves all fall at once, it's a lot like watching a snow storm. What I had never noticed is that when leaves fall one at a time, it's more like observing snowflakes: each with its own unique flight pattern.
Visit Hungry Mother State Parks during the “between times” when you least expect to be amazed by what you see.

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