In addition to its own opportunities for connecting with nature, Roanoke provides you with easy access to five Virginia State Parks: Claytor Lake, Douthat, Fairy Stone, Smith Mountain Lake and Natural Bridge.

Fairy Stone State Park is the perfect place to make memories this fall, here is our list of the top five things to make it happen.

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.

Did you know seven Virginia State Parks offer Equestrian Camping? Read on to find out which seven, and more.