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5 parks known for their fantastic fall foliage

By Shellie AnnePosted September 18, 2020
Everyone loves the change in seasons, and we can't get enough of it at Virginia State Parks.
a majestic mountain stream at Douthat State Park, Va in the fall

Top 5 Features of the Sensory Explorers' Trail

By Ryan SelovePosted September 15, 2020
Sky Meadow State Park Sensory Explorer Trail
SK trail head sign for Sensory Explorers

The Purpose Of The Tall Grass

By Guest BloggerPosted September 14, 2020
Have you ever seen a patch of overgrown grass at one of our parks and wondered why? It's efficient for a multitude of reasons.
Indicates low mow pollinator area

Meet the Marsh: Creatures and Critters

By John GreshamPosted September 09, 2020
Let's discover the fish, mammals, and reptiles of the estuarine marshes.
Muskrat in the marsh

Meet the Marsh: Grass & Sky

By John GreshamPosted August 20, 2020
Discover what birds and plants live in the marshes at York River State Park
Up close in the marsh

A Beginner's Guide to Hiking or Biking to False Cape State Park

By Marlee FullerPosted August 19, 2020
There are new adventures to be had at one of Virginia State Park's most remote locations!
Beach Entrance

The Shorebirds have arrived at False Cape State Park!

By Marlee FullerPosted August 13, 2020
Summer migratory birds along Virginia's coast.
Sanderlings flying above waves

Meet the Marsh: Definition & Types

By John GreshamPosted August 11, 2020
Let's learn about the marshes at York River State Park in this new blog series.
Marsh exploring

Birds of Prey at Sky Meadows State Park

By Laura SchliesskePosted August 10, 2020
Sky Meadows State Park is known for its vast variety of birds and wildlife, including beautiful birds of prey known as raptors.
Volunteers working at the park

When the wind blows - our severe weather policy

By Nancy HeltmanPosted July 31, 2020
Your safety is our utmost priority, it's hurricane season, so let's be prudent and cautious and take the time to explain one of the less pleasant decisions we have to make - when and how to decide to close a park for severe weather.
Downed trees and limbs are of particular threats in a high wind storm


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