Firewood quarantine Open fires are prohibited throughout the park from midnight to 4 p.m., Feb. 15 through April 30. Firewood quarantines Invasive insect pests and diseases threaten Virginia's forests. The transport of firewood is a primary cause for the spread of these harmful pests. That's why Virginia State Parks recommends that you do not bring your own firewood to the parks. Instead, buy it at or near the park and be sure to burn all the wood before leaving. Quarantines have been issued by the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services to restrict the movement of firewood from pest-affected counties. For a plant-pest quarantine list and more information on firewood quarantines in the state, visit the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services website . There are also federal quarantines in Virginia for three insect pests. Firewood quarantines - the pests Emerald Ash Borer Spotted Lantern Fly Spongy (Gypsy) Moth Imported Fire Ant Thousand Cankers Disease Pine Shoot Beetle Laurel Wilt (Carried by the Invasive Redbay Ambrosia Beetle) Visit Don't Move Firewood site for details on the threats of moving firewood. 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, 27 September 2022, 09:26:39 AM WAI Level A Compliant ADA Notice