Trails for hiking, biking, walking and horses Open fires are prohibited throughout the park from midnight to 4 p.m., Feb. 15 through April 30. Trails for hiking, biking, horses, etc. It's no wonder hiking is among the most popular activities in our parks. Escape the crowds, breathe fresh air, observe wildlife and view stunning scenery that only Virginia can offer. Hiking is low impact, inexpensive, keeps you fit, strengthens bones and keeps the pounds off. It works the entire body and the mind by reducing stress and improving sleep quality. More than 160 of the park system's 700 miles of trails are reserved for hiking , and hiking is allowed on more than 397 miles of multi-use trails . You can even earn rewards by participating in Virginia State Parks' Trail Quest . Earn attractive hiking stick pins for visiting the parks you love anyway. Detailed GIS-based maps of park trails are available online. Park trails accommodate other activities including, biking mountain biking and horseback riding , and many parks have universally accessible trails. Learn about a particular park's trails by visiting the park page and finding "Trails" under the "Recreation" menu item at the left of the page, and each park's webpage links to its trail guide and park trail maps.. 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 ( 0 + 1 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: Tuesday, 12 December 2023, 03:11:00 PM WAI Level A Compliant ADA Notice