In Southwest Virginia, you'll find three holiday events within an hour's drive of each other: Festival of Trees, Christmas Lighting of the Tunnel and Karlan Christmas: Parade of Trees.

The holiday season is upon us, and with it comes the challenge of finding the perfect gifts for friends and loved ones. If you want to avoid crowded malls and generic presents, consider a trip to one of Virginia's state parks.

Whether you want to see colorful lights on a bridge or a tunnel, from the comfort of your car or in a cozy museum, we have spectacular events for you to enjoy holiday lights and decor at Virginia State Parks.

Experience the park from a new perspective when you stay in a Virginia State Park Yurt.

Consider your next incredible scenic road trip by connecting door to door state parks in Virginia's mountains.

This season, parks across the state are offering a variety of ranger-led activities designed to help you enjoy fall colors in unforgettable ways.

Summer isn't over yet and there is still plenty of time to enjoy the outdoors at a Virginia State Park. Cooler temperatures mean more outdoor activities for all so check out these seven activities you won't want to miss this September.

If you have a dog, then you should understand how important it is to have them on leash. It's not just for their safety, but for the other park guests as well. Whether you have a calm dog or a reactive dog, the rules must be followed.

Add these six less-traveled trails to your weekday plans for a peaceful outdoor adventure at Virginia State Parks.

Hiking can be more enjoyable with larger groups, and the Girls Who Hike Virginia demonstrated this while completing the Trail Quest program. Achieving Master Hiker status after visiting all the state parks is one of many milestones for this group.