Staunton River Battlefield State Park

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The day-use park includes self-guided trails and visitor centers featuring exhibits on the area’s history, wildlife and ecology. DCR's social media activities are intended to present agency matters of public interest to clients, businesses and visitors. DCR encourages users to submit questions and comments but asks users to remain civil and on topic.

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Join our rangers for a guided tour of Mulberry Hill, the plantation home of Judge Paul Carrington, a Virginian and Found...
06/25/2026

Join our rangers for a guided tour of Mulberry Hill, the plantation home of Judge Paul Carrington, a Virginian and Founding Father. In honor of the Fourth of July and America’s 250th, this month’s tours will focus on Carrington’s life and the role he played during the Revolution.

Each tour will begin on the front porch of the house and last about 35 minutes. Tours will run continuously from noon to 3 p.m., with the last tour starting at 2:30 p.m. Visitors are also encouraged to walk the grounds around the house or enjoy a picnic lunch at one of the outdoor seating areas after the tour concludes.

ℹ️ https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-05-12-10-57-57-221124-7yk

The Clover Visitor Center will be closed on June 29 as renovation work gets underway.In the meantime, be sure to check o...
06/25/2026

The Clover Visitor Center will be closed on June 29 as renovation work gets underway.

In the meantime, be sure to check out the newly converted Roanoke Station visitor center — now a charming nature center! It’s open the first Saturday of each month from April through October, 12–3 p.m.

The Clover center is expected to reopen in late August. For more info, visit: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/staunton-river-battlefield?rewrite_uri=state_parks/stb

Summer is right around the corner and Virginia State Parks offer plenty of ways to enjoy the outdoors for all ages. No m...
05/20/2026

Summer is right around the corner and Virginia State Parks offer plenty of ways to enjoy the outdoors for all ages.

No matter where you are in Virginia, there is a state park within an hour drive of you, making for a quick getaway for you and the family.

Explore endless opportunities for a summer of fun here: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/other/summer-fun

Mark your calendars and celebrate Virginia’s rich stories, traditions, and communities during History & Culture Weekend ...
05/18/2026

Mark your calendars and celebrate Virginia’s rich stories, traditions, and communities during History & Culture Weekend at Virginia State Parks!

Visit your favorite Virginia State Park June 13-14 and enjoy hands‑on experiences and guided programs that bring our past to life.

To explore our History and Culture Weekend events, visit: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/history-culture-day

🌳 Celebrate National Kids to Parks Day with us! Learn the fundamentals of archery such as how to properly hold a bow, co...
05/13/2026

🌳 Celebrate National Kids to Parks Day with us! Learn the fundamentals of archery such as how to properly hold a bow, correct stance, how to aim and most importantly, how to be safe while doing so.

Suitable for ages 10 and up. All equipment is provided and NO experience is necessary!

🗓️ Saturday, May 16
🕛 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
🎟️ Free
🥾 Please wear closed-toe shoes and bring water

For more info, visit:https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-03-03-12-29-36-369030-qab

Congratulations to Vivian & Brad Jefferson who completed their Master Hiker designation at Mason Neck State ParkHere is ...
04/21/2026

Congratulations to Vivian & Brad Jefferson who completed their Master Hiker designation at Mason Neck State Park

Here is what they said about their journey:

“We received our first Trail Quest pin at the First Day Hike at Mason Neck State Park in 2018. After a slow start, we took our first “State Park Vacation” in March 2021, visiting 4 parks around Farmville. We gradually logged more state parks each year and then set a New Years Resolution to finish the Trail Quest challenge in 2025. We met our goal of 13 parks for the year in September.

Since we are both data people, we analyzed patterns in our Trail Quest journey:

• 77% of our park visits occurred in the past three years.

• We prefer hiking in colder weather, with a total of 9 park visits in December, 8 park visits in March, and 6 park visits in January (all First Day hikes). No bugs, no humidity, and no crowds!

The Trail Quest challenge was the perfect activity for us to share together. Brad enjoys photographing birds and Vivian appreciates the peace of exploring nature. We both like to travel so the road trips to all of the different parts of Virginia were especially fun. Some of our favorite experiences were:

• Viewing the habitats of migrating birds at False Cape State Park during the tram tour.

• Listening to the songs of 34 bird species at Staunton River Battlefield State Park and at many other parks, we saw peregrine falcons, herons, ducks, geese, and even a lone slithering snake.

• Hiking to expansive views of mountains and rivers at Grayson Highlands State Park, New River Trail State Park, Shenandoah River State Park and James River State Park. The trails at First Landing State Park lead through diverse ecosystems, from dunes and marshes to forest.

• Learning the history of Virginia at parks that feature civil war battlefields, pioneer experience, the ties of indigenous people to the land, and the remnants of Civilian Conservation Corps projects.

We feel fortunate to have such well-maintained Virginia State Parks. All of the parks are accessible to people of different hiking levels and the park rangers are knowledgeable and eager to share helpful advice.”

Thank you for sharing your journey and for being part of the Trail Quest and Virginia State Park family!

Explore Virginia State Parks one step at a time with Trail Quest, learn more: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/trail-quest

As winter fades and spring takes hold, Virginia’s black bears are beginning to emerge from their dens. 🥾 It’s an excitin...
03/31/2026

As winter fades and spring takes hold, Virginia’s black bears are beginning to emerge from their dens. 🥾 It’s an exciting time to explore state parks but also a moment to stay aware and respectful of the wildlife waking up around us.

Check out our latest blog to learn more and for some tips on what you should do if you encounter a bear.

🐻 https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/blog/bears-at-virginia-state-parks

🚲 From cyclists to horseback riders 🐎, Virginia State Parks' four rail‑to-trail systems welcome all kinds of explorers. ...
03/25/2026

🚲 From cyclists to horseback riders 🐎, Virginia State Parks' four rail‑to-trail systems welcome all kinds of explorers.

🌳 High Bridge Trail State Park: 32 miles
🌳 New River Trail State Park: 57 miles
🌳 Wilderness Road State Park: 9 miles
🌳 Staunton River Battlefield State Park: 1.2 miles

Check out our latest blog post for trail etiquette tips that make sharing these unique routes safe and enjoyable for everyone.

🔗 https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/blog/trail-etiquette-on-virginia-state-parks-rails-to-trails

🦇 Did you know some bats migrate while others hibernate right here in Virginia? These incredible creatures play a vital ...
03/17/2026

🦇 Did you know some bats migrate while others hibernate right here in Virginia? These incredible creatures play a vital role in our ecosystem, and they need our help to thrive.

Learn how bats survive the winter, why they matter and simple ways you can make a difference in our blog post.

👉 https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/blog/virginias-bats-hibernation-migration-and-how-you-can-help-them

📷 Tri colored bat: Rick Reynolds, Wildlife Biologist, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources

Join the Great Backyard Bird Count at Staunton River Battlefield State Park!📅 Feb. 14🕰️ 9:00-10:30 a.m.🗺️ Clover Visitor...
02/03/2026

Join the Great Backyard Bird Count at Staunton River Battlefield State Park!

📅 Feb. 14
🕰️ 9:00-10:30 a.m.
🗺️ Clover Visitor Center

Join a ranger for a guided walk where we will identify and record all species we find along the way. You do not need to be an experienced bird watcher, participating is easy and fun. We have a wide variety of habitats such as rivers, woodlands, wetlands, and grasslands that offer an abundance of bird species.

If you would rather explore our park on your own during the Great Backyard Bird Count weekend, stop by the Clover Center for a free guide that will outline the steps for participation in detail.

The GBBC runs Feb. 13–16, for more info, visit: https://www.birdcount.org/participate/

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1035 Fort Hill Trl
Randolph, VA
23962

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Monday 8am - 7pm
Tuesday 8am - 7pm
Wednesday 8am - 7pm
Thursday 8am - 7pm
Friday 8am - 7pm
Saturday 8am - 7pm
Sunday 8am - 7pm

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