Virginia State Parks Media Center Open fires are prohibited throughout the park from midnight to 4 p.m., Feb. 15 through April 30. Media Center Welcome to the Virginia State Parks media center. Here, you can request to connect with a representative from the Public Communication and Marketing Office, read our recent news releases and sign up to receive our latest announcements via email. Virginia State Parks is one of six divisions operated by the Department of Conversation and Recreation. Recent News Releases April 23, 2026 Shenandoah River State Park launches South Fork Fly Fishing Tournament BENTONVILLE, Va. – Raymond R. "Andy" Guest, Jr. Shenandoah River State Park is excited to announce the launch of the South Fork Fly Fishing Tournament, a new annual event to be held on the scenic South Fork of the Shenandoah River. April 20, 2026 Join Clean the Bay Day efforts at Virginia State Parks RICHMOND, Va. – Virginia State Parks are proud to participate in the Chesapeake Bay Foundation’s Clean the Bay Day, a statewide effort to protect and restore the Chesapeake Bay watershed. April 16, 2026 Smith Mountain Lake State Park to host seasonal hiring event HUDDLESTON, Va. – Smith Mountain Lake State Park will host a hiring event on Saturday, May 2, from 1 to 4 p.m. Individuals interested in seasonal summer positions are encouraged to attend and explore a variety of job opportunities, including: April 16, 2026 Stars & Guitars returns to Sky Meadows State Park DELAPLANE, Va. - Sky Meadows State Park invites visitors of all ages to enjoy an unforgettable evening of music, food and the moonlit sky at the annual Stars & Guitars concert event scheduled for May 2, 4-11 p.m. April 14, 2026 Virginia State Parks recognized as a 2026 Top Virginia Employer for Interns RICHMOND, Va. – The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation is proud to announce that Virginia State Parks has been named a 2026 Top Virginia Employer for Interns by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia. View all news releases. Media Center News Releases News release archives 2025 2024 2023 2022 2021 Media Inquiries/Image and Video Requests Please fill out the form here if you would like to be contacted by a Public Relations Specialist. Media Kits Adventure Series Media Kit Caledon State Park – Lake Caledon Addition Media Kit Hayfields State Park Dedication - Oct. 20, 2025 Culpeper Battlefields State Park Dedication - June 8, 2024 Find more information about DCR View DCR press releases. Media List Sign up Sign up to receive our news releases via email. Captcha Type in the following code: Follow us on Social Media Contacts Dave Neudeck Communications and Marketing Director 804-786-5053, dave.neudeck@dcr.virginia.gov Kim Wells Eastern State Parks PR & Marketing Specialist 804-217-1077, kim.wells@dcr.virginia.gov Starr Anderson Western State Parks PR & Marketing Specialist 540-460-1540, starr.anderson@dcr.virginia.gov Web inquiries, contact: Mary Bishop Web Manager 804-786-3334, mary.bishop@dcr.virginia.gov Find a Job at Virginia State Parks Order your Virginia State Parks license plate eNewsletter Sign-up Please wait... Thanks for signing up. You can unsubscribe at any time using the Unsubscribe link at the bottom of every email. You have already subscribed. You can unsubscribe at any time using the Unsubscribe link at the bottom of every email. Sorry, we could not complete your sign-up. Please try again Email Zip Code Human Check ( 4 + 2 Download a booklet about state park amenities. General info Reservations Passes, prices and fees Lodging Programs and events 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, 23 January 2026, 01:58:54 PM WAI Level A Compliant ADA Notice