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Best places to cool off this summer part 1
Posted April 19, 2017
If you are looking for a place to cool off this summer, then you are in luck, we have a couple suggestions and then a couple more after that.
A natural setting for weddings and other special celebrations
Posted March 12, 2017
From a historic plantation with formal gardens to lakefront gazebos, consider holding your special event at a Virginia State Park.
Waggin' Trails: Who Let the Dawgs Out?
Posted January 20, 2017
Junie B wants to know who let the dawgs out at Virginia State Barks in this edition of the Waggin' Trails series.
Hidden Gems of Virginia State Parks
Posted April 09, 2016
An early bird explores Virginia State Parks and discovers some unexpected finds, this time relics of the past, fossils!
Your next visit to a Virginia State Park could start at the library
Posted March 18, 2016
Libraries across Virginia now offer backpacks to check out that include free parking and gear to explore a Virginia State Park.
A Camp Host Family's Story
Posted September 14, 2014
Did you know that Virginia State Parks loves our camp hosts? We have 36 state parks and some have more than one campground. Read on to hear about one family's camp hosting experience.
Weddings and Special Events at Claytor Lake
Posted August 01, 2012
Did you know Claytor Lake State Park is the perfect setting for an outdoor waterfront wedding and reception?