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Virginia State Parks is one of six divisions operated by the Department of Conversation and Recreation.
Recent News Releases
October 27, 2026
Caledon State Park will host 21st annual Art and Wine Festival
KING GEORGE, Va. – Caledon State Park will host its annual Art and Wine Festival over two days this fall: Nov. 7 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Nov. 8 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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October 15, 2026
Hayfields State Park hosts Master Plan Public Information Meeting
MCDOWELL, Va. – The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation and Virginia State Parks are hosting a public information meeting to discuss the master plan for Hayfields State Park. The meeting will be held on Monday, Nov. 9, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at the Highland Center, located at 61 Highland Center Dr, Monterey, VA 24465.
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October 13, 2026
Wilderness Road State Park hosts family-friendly Pumpkins in the Park celebration
EWING, Va. – Celebrate the fall season at Wilderness Road State Park’s annual Pumpkins in the Park event, sponsored by the Friends of Wilderness Road State Park.
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October 09, 2026
Discover nature in action at Fairy Stone State Park's Fall BioBlitz
STUART, Va. – Nature lovers, citizen scientists and outdoor enthusiasts are invited to participate in the Fall BioBlitz at Fairy Stone State Park, taking place Oct. 17-18. This family-friendly event is an exciting opportunity to explore the park’s diverse habitats, contribute to scientific research and connect with nature.
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October 08, 2026
Wilderness Road State Park hosts Master Plan Public Comment Meeting
EWING, Va. – The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation is hosting a public comment meeting to discuss the master plan update for Wilderness Road State Park. Master plans are updated every 10 years and help guide park development and conservation.
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Media Kits
Caledon State Park – Lake Caledon Addition Media Kit
Hayfields State Park Dedication - Oct. 20, 2025
Culpeper Battlefields State Park Dedication - June 8, 2024
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Contacts
Dave Neudeck
Communications and Marketing Director
804-786-5053, dave.neudeck@dcr.virginia.gov
Kim Wells
Eastern State Parks PR & Marketing Specialist
804-217-1077,
kim.wells@dcr.virginia.gov
Starr Anderson
Western State Parks PR & Marketing Specialist
540-460-1540, starr.anderson@dcr.virginia.gov
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Mary Bishop
Web Manager
804-786-3334, mary.bishop@dcr.virginia.gov
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