Geocaching and GPS activities
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Geocaching and GPS activities
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Geocaching and GPS activities
Geocaching is a fun way to merge technology and outdoor exploration. Folks hide a
cache
, typically a small container with a log-book and people use a GPS receiver or smartphone app to find it. When a cache is found, the finder goes to
www.geocaching.com
or to the 'Found' feature on their app to log the visit, maybe upload a photo, and read what others said about it.
Most state parks have at least one cache. They range from simple and
quick grabs
that are easily reached from a trail to challenging
multicaches
that require collecting information at one site before moving on to the next. Others,
virtual caches
,
earth caches
or
waymarks
, have no cache box; geocachers usually must log visits to this type of cache by providing information obtainable only by visiting the site.
Learn more about geocaching and Virginia State Parks
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th
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To learn about park offerings and overnight accommodations, email
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or call
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Open fires are prohibited throughout the park from midnight to 4 p.m., Feb. 15 through April 30.
Learn more
.
Geocaching and GPS activities
Geocaching is a fun way to merge technology and outdoor exploration. Folks hide a
cache
, typically a small container with a log-book and people use a GPS receiver or smartphone app to find it. When a cache is found, the finder goes to
www.geocaching.com
or to the 'Found' feature on their app to log the visit, maybe upload a photo, and read what others said about it.
Most state parks have at least one cache. They range from simple and
quick grabs
that are easily reached from a trail to challenging
multicaches
that require collecting information at one site before moving on to the next. Others,
virtual caches
,
earth caches
or
waymarks
, have no cache box; geocachers usually must log visits to this type of cache by providing information obtainable only by visiting the site.
Learn more about geocaching and Virginia State Parks
.
Self-guided activities in state parks
.
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:
Wednesday, 14 January 2026, 04:38:31 PM
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