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Life to Springs

By Tom KneippPosted April 09, 2019

Sometimes a renewed intermittent spring just appears for a while then fades, seeping up from underground just above the bedrock layer. Learn more about these at Bear Creek Lake State Park.

Spring House. This spring was most likely framed in the late 1930s at the time Bear Creek Lake was being developed as a recreation area. You would have heard tin cups here on a hot summer day.

Spring Has Finally Sprung at Shenandoah River State Park

By Guest BloggerPosted April 06, 2019

It's been a long, snowy winter but, now winter's grip has finally started to loosen.

Virginia Bluebells at Shenandoah River State Park

Trails, From a Ranger's Perspective

By Guest BloggerPosted April 04, 2019

Trails are one of the favorites in state parks but they require planning and hard work.

Top 5 Reasons to Spend Time at Hungry Mother State Park This Summer

By Guest BloggerPosted March 25, 2019

If you're planning your family vacation, then you'll be glad to discover that Hungry Mother State Park offers some of Virginia's finest recreational opportunities.

Summer fun at Hungry Mother State Park in Virginia begins at the beach

A Spy Camp Named Eagle's Nest

By Callie MorganPosted March 19, 2019

Did you know Boyd's Hole was once home to a Civil War Spy Camp led by Thomas Conrad Nelson?

Why Kids Love Virginia State Parks

By Shellie AnnePosted March 06, 2019

There isn't enough paper in the world to contain the stories of the fun found over the generations at Virginia State Parks. Don't just take our word for it, find out for yourself why kids love Virginia State Parks.