Due to the expected impact of the winter storm, all Virginia State Park overnight facilities will be closed from Friday, Jan. 23 through Sunday, Jan. 25. This decision is based on the forecast for unsafe conditions and potential power outages. For updates click here.

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Winter Wildlife Adventures at Virginia State Parks

By Kim WellsPosted December 15, 2025
Wintertime is the perfect time to view wildlife at a Virginia State Park. Enjoy a ranger-led or self-guided program that showcases the birds and wildlife that reside at the park. Bring your binoculars so you can better view these stunning animals.
Tundra Swans at Mason Neck

Winter Hiking Tips: Enjoying the off-season at Virginia State Parks

By John GreshamPosted January 09, 2024
Hiking offers challenges and opportunities to enjoy the off-season at Virginia State Parks!
Winter at Virginia State Parks

Top 12 scenic roads of Virginia State Parks

By Shellie AnnePosted September 01, 2019
Virginia has scenic country roads in aces; here are some of the most beautiful roads in Virginia State Parks.
A part of the famous ride known as the Back of the Dragon at Hungry Mother State Park

A Nature Photographer Shares a Few of His Unexpected Finds

By Guest BloggerPosted April 20, 2017
One nature photographer and wildlife enthusiast shares a few of his unexpected finds at Pocahontas State Park while looking for something else.
Butterflies - The given name for a group of butterflies is Kaleidoscope, and looking at this shot it is easy to see why. The Eastern Tiger Swallowtail is Virginia

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