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Anne Reeder retires after 37 years of state service
Posted March 29, 2024
Anne Reeder retires after 37 years of state service and her smiling face will be missed, especially at Holliday Lake State Park. She created a positive environment wherever she worked and was truly passionate about conservation.
Where to wander this winter
Posted December 06, 2023
Wintertime is around the corner and Virginia State Parks have numerous things for you to do despite the cold weather. Check out the many activities you can do solo or with friends and family to enjoy this winter season.
13 Fall Festivals at Virginia State Parks
Posted September 19, 2023
Enjoy the fall season at a Virginia State Park festival or event. Listed are 13 festivals and events that celebrate the fall season, but be sure to visit the park's webpage to see more programs and events taking place.
Camp Host Life: Season 6
Posted August 05, 2019
We're thrilled to share this update from the Britt Family who have been faithfully camp hosting in our parks for six solid years now.
4 Reasons These Two Smaller Parks are Big on Fun
Posted May 28, 2019
Three lakes in Central Virginia at only two small parks, this sounds like the beginnings of good summer fun.
History of a Pre-Civil Rights Era State Park
Posted February 19, 2019
Prince Edward State Park was opened to the public in June 1950, making it Virginia's only pre-Civil Rights Era state park for African-Americans. This is a story of the legacy of this state park, now called Twin Lakes State Park.
A Waterfront Wedding in Central Virginia Makes Our Hearts Swoon
Posted November 16, 2017
You won't find many wedding destinations as affordable and romantic as Twin Lakes State Park. Be sure to watch the video then click the link to learn more.
A Camp Host Family's Story
Posted September 14, 2014
Did you know that Virginia State Parks loves our camp hosts? We have 36 state parks and some have more than one campground. Read on to hear about one family's camp hosting experience.