Hungry Mother State Park is a go-to destination for nature lovers. With 3,334 acres of scenic woodlands, a 108-acre lake and abundant activities for visitors of all ages, it’s easy to see why this park has been a favorite since 1936.

Are you planning a summer bucket list of activities for your family? Set a goal of experiencing fun outdoor adventures together and find something the whole family can enjoy at these ten Virginia State Parks!

Mountain bikers have a new riding opportunity in Southwest Virginia. Hungry Mother State Park has opened 3 miles of its new Raider’s Run Mountain Bike Trail System. The remaining 2 miles are under construction and will open in the spring of 2025.

Seven stroller-friendly places to walk in a Virginia State Park that provide a nice outdoor adventure for you and your family. Short and long scenic walks are available, and all strolls are a great way to connect with nature and the family.

Escape the crowds and hit one of these scenic hiking trails in western Virginia, you'll thank yourself for it later.

Spotted Salamanders and importance of Citizen Scientists at Hungry Mother State Park.

Working for Virginia State Parks, Ranger Blevins gets to hike many trails, but here is her favorite.

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.

If you are looking for a place to cool off this summer, then you are in luck, we have a couple more suggestions, and then a couple more after that. This is part 2 of this series.