Know Before You Go: Virginia State Parks
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Know Before You Go: Virginia State Parks
Open fires are prohibited throughout the park from midnight to 4 p.m., Feb. 15 through April 30.
Learn more
.
Know Before You Go
Guidelines for park visits:
Know before you go.
Check the
website of the park
you intend to visit for any alerts. Have an alternate plan in case the park is at capacity when you arrive and you are unable to enter.
If you’re sick with any ailment, please stay home.
In our effort to reduce single-use plastics in Virginia State Parks,
guests are encouraged to bring their own reusable water bottles
.
Play it safe:
Choose lower-risk activities. This is for your own safety and reduces strain on medical resources.
Parking fees:
If entrance contact stations are not staffed, self-pay is available, and we recommend you bring cash or a check to pay the daily
parking fees
.
Remember to
recreate responsibly
and
leave no trace
.
Events
: Maximum capacity for outdoor events like concerts and festivals will be determined by the parks on a case-by-case basis.
Capacity:
Some parks experience maximum capacity visitation on weekends and holidays. If possible, try to plan your visit during the week when parks are less crowded. If maximum capacity is reached, park management may temporarily stop visitors from entering the park.
Avoiding ticks
: If you are outdoors, you should consider yourself in tick habitat and
take these simple steps
to reduce your chances of being bit.
See our
rules and regulations
.
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Virginia State Parks are managed by the
Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation
600 E. Main St., 24
th
Floor | Richmond, VA 23219
To learn about park offerings and overnight accommodations, email
resvs@dcr.virginia.gov
or call
800-933-PARK (7275)
.
Address other general inquiries to
vastateparks@dcr.virginia.gov
.
Please send website comments to
web@dcr.virginia.gov
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Open fires are prohibited throughout the park from midnight to 4 p.m., Feb. 15 through April 30.
Learn more
.
Know Before You Go
Guidelines for park visits:
Know before you go.
Check the
website of the park
you intend to visit for any alerts. Have an alternate plan in case the park is at capacity when you arrive and you are unable to enter.
If you’re sick with any ailment, please stay home.
In our effort to reduce single-use plastics in Virginia State Parks,
guests are encouraged to bring their own reusable water bottles
.
Play it safe:
Choose lower-risk activities. This is for your own safety and reduces strain on medical resources.
Parking fees:
If entrance contact stations are not staffed, self-pay is available, and we recommend you bring cash or a check to pay the daily
parking fees
.
Remember to
recreate responsibly
and
leave no trace
.
Events
: Maximum capacity for outdoor events like concerts and festivals will be determined by the parks on a case-by-case basis.
Capacity:
Some parks experience maximum capacity visitation on weekends and holidays. If possible, try to plan your visit during the week when parks are less crowded. If maximum capacity is reached, park management may temporarily stop visitors from entering the park.
Avoiding ticks
: If you are outdoors, you should consider yourself in tick habitat and
take these simple steps
to reduce your chances of being bit.
See our
rules and regulations
.
Find a Job
at
Virginia State Parks
Order your
Virginia State Parks
license plate
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Download a booklet
about state park amenities.
General info
Reservations
Passes, prices and fees
Lodging
Programs and events
Accessibility
Careers
Job openings
Media Center
Know Before You Go
For groups
Meeting facilities
Host an event
Weddings
Things to know
FAQ
Rules and regulations
Pet policy
Don't move firewood
Feature articles
Public Safety and Law Enforcement
Get Involved
Volunteer
Friend groups
Volunteer Host
Youth Conservation Corps
Stay connected
Blog
eNewsletter sign up
Partnerships
Virginia State Parks are managed by the
Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation
600 E. Main St., 24
th
Floor | Richmond, VA 23219
To learn about park offerings and overnight accommodations, email
resvs@dcr.virginia.gov
or call
800-933-PARK (7275)
.
Address other general inquiries to
vastateparks@dcr.virginia.gov
.
Please send website comments to
web@dcr.virginia.gov
.
Copyright © 2026, Virginia IT Agency. All rights reserved.
Last Modified:
Friday, 9 August 2024, 02:25:59 PM
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