Halloween happenings at Virginia State Parks

By Starr AndersonPosted October 03, 2024

Halloween brings a variety of events to state parks across Virginia. From trunk-or-treats to scavenger hunts, there's something for everyone at a state park this spooky season.

Collage of three photos, one on the left is spider webs on thistle, middle photo is a full moon under pink clouds with black silhouette of trees at the bottom, to the right is a scarecrow in a field. Text over the collage says Halloween Happenings at Virginia State Parks

5 great fall getaways to start planning now: Piedmont

By Shellie AnnePosted September 18, 2024

These amazing fall getaways include incredible nearby attractions like breweries, wineries and unique historic sites to explore.

Cabins are in a wooded location along the shores of Buggs Island Lake at Occoneechee State Park, Va

Fall Activities at Virginia State Parks

By Kim WellsPosted October 06, 2022

Festivals, pumpkin painting, tree decorating, birdwatching, stargazing, water adventures and many more activities are available at Virginia State Parks this fall. Get some new ideas on how to make the most of your park visit.

Kids painting pumpkins at a fall festival

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

History of a Pre-Civil Rights Era State Park

By Christen MillerPosted February 19, 2019

Prince Edward State Park was opened to the public in June 1950, making it Virginia's only pre-Civil Rights Era state park for African-Americans. This is a story of the legacy of this state park, now called Twin Lakes State Park.