We have visited many state parks. We love these outdoor places and think you will, too. Here are the top six reasons we love state parks. Love State Parks YouTube Video We’ll share six reasons why we love state parks. You can also check out our YouTube video Why We Love State Parks Love State…
Raven Rock State Park has lots of hiking, the amazing Raven Rock, and a nice campground – Moccasin Branch Campground. Raven Rock State Park is about an hour south of Raleigh NC. Raven Rock State Park Overview Raven Rock State Park was founded in 1969 as a relatively small state park. At approximately 4,800 acres,…
Huntington Beach State Park, in Murrells Inlet, SC just South of Myrtle Beach, has a fantastic beach and a nice campground. Huntington Beach State Park Overview Huntington Beach State Park was founded in 1960. Before that, it was the winter home of Archer and Anna Hyatt Huntington. They purchased a former plantation and built Atalaya….
Lake Anna State Park is a nice park with a swimming beach, hiking trails, and a campground. Lake Anna State Park is located in Spotsylvania County in Virginia. Lake Anna State Park Overview Lake Anna State Park opened in 1983. The area was home to the Goodwin Gold Mine. Among the many interpretive programs, you…
Pocahontas State Park is Virginia’s largest and one of the most visited state parks. It’s great for camping and mountain biking. You can learn about the CCC. Note: this post is a significant update from our original Pocahontas State Park review from 2011. It’s fun to revisit some of the places we camped when we…
Machicomoco State Park is Virginia’s newest state park. Located in Gloucester, VA, Machicomoco is a gathering place and provides info about the people who lived here. Machicomoco Overview Machicomoco State Park is Virginia’s 40th park. It was dedicated April 16, 2021. The campground opened two weeks later. The name means a special meeting place. While…
Powhatan State Park is a great campground on the James River. Bike, kayak or hike – it’s a great place to relax and enjoy the woods and water. Powhatan State Park Overview Powhatan State Park is a 1,500 acre park built along the banks of the James River. The park was created with a purchase…
York River State Park is a great day use park on the York River. Close to Williamsburg Virginia, it’s a nice place to enjoy a hike or ride in the woods. York River State Park Overview York River State Park has been in operation since 1980. The site of a former plantation, the park provides…
Westmoreland State Park is a great campground on the Potomac River. It’s a nice place to enjoy a hike in the woods. You may even find a fossil shark tooth. Westmoreland State Park Overview Westmoreland State Park has been in operation since 1936 when Virginia opened its first six state parks at the same time….
First Landing State Park is a great park and campground on the beach in Virginia Beach, VA. It’s a great place to enjoy the woods and water. First Landing State Park Overview First Landing State Park is built on the site where the Jamestown Settlers first landed in North America before moving up the James…