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Douthat State Park

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Douthat State Park

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This historic park in the Allegheny Mountains features a lake stocked with trout, boating, a swimming beach, and multi-use trails.
(1963)

Recently renovated cabins built by the Civilian Conservation Corps, large lodges and multiple campgrounds are available. Douthat State Park is one of 37 Virginia State Parks. Please check out our official page at http://www.facebook.com/virginiastateparks

10/23/2026

Fall at Douthat State Park is pure magic with cool breezes, colorful foliage and trails that feel like walking through a fairy tale. 🤩

If you're chasing scenic overlooks or quiet moments by the water, Fall brings out the very best in our park. 🍂

Plan your fall adventure with Virginia State Parks today!

10/22/2026

Our special fall programming at Green Pastures wraps up this weekend. 🍂 Don't miss your chance to explore this historic area with a ranger as your guide.

Sunday, Oct. 25
🦫 2 p.m. Animal Architects: Join us to discover the impressive adaptations of beavers, learn how they shape healthy ecosystems and even try your hand at building a beaver-style dam.
🌳 3:30 p.m. Basic Tree ID Walk: Join us for a fall forest hike to sharpen your tree-ID skills using autumn colors, leaf shapes, bark patterns and other seasonal clues as the canopy thins.

Learn more: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/events?park=2021-09-21-07-42-39-840601-wpg&start=10/25/2026&end=10/25/2026&template=all&type=all

10/21/2026

🍂 We hope to see you this weekend for our final Fall Guided Hike adventure: a Basic Tree ID Walk.

📅 Oct. 24
🕛 3 p.m.
ℹ️ https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-07-19-13-20-55-279066-2yv

🥾 Join us for a short, guided hike focused on identifying trees as they transition into their fall display. 🍁 With changing leaves, emerging seasonal textures and distinctive bark and branching patterns easier to spot as the canopy thins, it's an ideal time to sharpen your tree-ID skills and deepen your connection to the forest.

10/15/2026

👀 Check out the programs our rangers are offering this Sunday at Green Pastures Recreation Area. We hope to see you there!

Sunday, Oct. 18
🔥 5 p.m. Campfire Cookery: Gather around the fire for an evening of storytelling and reflection as we explore the site's historic legacy and share warm apple crisp in the CCC-built shelter. $5 per person.
🦉 6:30 p.m. Owl Prowl: Explore the nocturnal world of owls, learn how they support healthy ecosystems and listen for their haunting calls echoing through the dark woods.

⚠️ Both of these programs require advance registration. Please call 540-862-8100 to reserve your spot. Learn more: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/events?park=2021-09-21-07-42-39-840601-wpg&start=10/18/2026&end=10/25/2026&template=all&type=all

Save the date for these upcoming programs at Green Pastures:
🌳 Oct. 25: Animal Architects and Basic Tree ID Walk

10/14/2026

🍂 Our Fall guided hike series continues this weekend with our special Fungi? Oh My! program.

📅 Saturday, Oct. 17
🕛 3 p.m.
ℹ️ https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-07-19-13-14-51-492389-ylp

🍄‍🟫 As we explore the land near the creek and lake, we'll uncover the incredible role mushrooms and other fungi play in keeping our forest healthy-from recycling nutrients to supporting plants and wildlife. 🍄 Along the way, you'll discover how to spot different types of fungi, hear surprising facts about their survival strategies and learn why these often-overlooked organisms are essential to the ecosystem.

Upcoming hike topic:
🌳 Oct. 24: Basic Tree ID Hike

10/12/2026

Come explore the beauty of Douthat State Park! From scenic hiking trails and biking routes to peaceful bird-watching and family-friendly recreation, there’s something here for every kind of adventurer.

Fall is the perfect season to plan your visit, breathe in the autumn air and share wonderful moments of peace in one of Virginia’s most beloved state parks.

To learn more about Douthat State Park, visit: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/douthat

10/10/2026

Explore new ways to bring learning to life at Douthat State Park! 📖

We’ve expanded our educational programs to help students of all ages connect with nature through hands-on experiences. 💚 Opportunities include:

🚸 On-site, ranger-led field trips
🚸 Ranger visits to area classrooms
🚸 The popular Homeschool Naturalist Series (monthly, September–May)

Each program is designed to support Virginia's Standards of Learning and deepen students’ understanding of ecology, wildlife and conservation. 🦋

ℹ️ Interested in scheduling a field trip or ranger visit to your school? Call 540-862-8114, email [email protected] or request a session through our online form: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2025-12-02-10-57-29-290263-rkf.

To learn more about the Homeschool Naturalist Series, go to www.virginiastateparks.gov/douthat-events.

Address

14239 Douthat State Park Road
Millboro, VA
24460

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 10pm
Tuesday	9am - 10pm
Wednesday	6am - 5pm
Thursday	6am - 4pm
Friday	6am - 10pm
Saturday	10am - 10pm
Sunday	10am - 10pm

Telephone

(540) 862-8100

Website

http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/douthat

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