Staunton River State Park

Staunton River State Park With access to the Dan and Staunton rivers and Buggs Island Lake, this Dark Sky Park offers trails, fishing, boating and stargazing. Vulgar language. B. C. D. E. F.
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As one of the original parks, find Civilian Conservation Corps-built cabins, a campground and equestrian camping. 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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Stores of the Stars returns later this month. 🌠 Come explore the night sky with members of the Chapel Hill Astronomical ...
09/02/2026

Stores of the Stars returns later this month. 🌠 Come explore the night sky with members of the Chapel Hill Astronomical and Observational Society and learn about constellations, planets, astrophotography and the vast distance from the stars to the Earth.

πŸ“… Saturday, Sept. 12
πŸ•› 8-10 p.m.
πŸ“ Observation Field
🎟️ Free (standard parking fee applies)
ℹ️ https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2025-12-29-12-29-20-351065-x5n

πŸŽ‰ Discover the brand-new Trading Post! Located in the first building as you enter the park, this repurposed space is you...
08/26/2026

πŸŽ‰ Discover the brand-new Trading Post! Located in the first building as you enter the park, this repurposed space is your go-to spot for everything you need during your visit.

Stop by for:
β›Ί Registration for overnight facilities
ℹ️ Park information and updates
🚻 Restrooms
πŸ›οΈ Gift shop

We also welcome our equestrian visitors. Hitching posts are conveniently located on the side of the building for your use. 🐴

πŸ•› The Trading Post is open Sunday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., unless otherwise noted on the door of the Trading Post. ⚠️ The visitor center is currently closed for renovations; however, the restrooms remain open.

πŸŒ„ Our summer programming is coming to an end, so don't miss out on these ranger-led programs.Whether you want to get cra...
08/25/2026

πŸŒ„ Our summer programming is coming to an end, so don't miss out on these ranger-led programs.

Whether you want to get crafty or relax on a wagon ride, we have something for you! 🌳

πŸ“… Thursday, Aug. 27
Tree Cookies, 3-4 p.m.

πŸ“… Friday, Aug. 28
Friday Opening Campfire, 7:30-8:30 p.m.

πŸ“… Saturday, Aug. 29
What's the Buzz? 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Dare to Bear, 3-4 p.m.
Pollinator Seed Bombs, 5-6 p.m.
Wagon Ride, 7-8 p.m.

Learn more at www.virginiastateparks.gov/stauntonriver-events.

We hope to see you this weekend for Stories of the Stars. πŸ”­ Come explore the night sky with members of the Chapel Hill A...
08/12/2026

We hope to see you this weekend for Stories of the Stars. πŸ”­ Come explore the night sky with members of the Chapel Hill Astronomical and Observational Society and learn about constellations, planets, astrophotography and the vast distance from the stars to the Earth.

πŸ“… Saturday, Aug. 15
πŸ•› 9-11 p.m.
πŸ“ Observation Field
🎟️ Free (standard parking fee applies)
ℹ️ https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2025-12-29-12-29-20-329917-ed1

🌠 The Virginia Natural Heritage Program is offering a guided stargazing program for the Perseids Meteor Shower at the So...
08/11/2026

🌠 The Virginia Natural Heritage Program is offering a guided stargazing program for the Perseids Meteor Shower at the Southside Savannah Natural Area Preserve, located about 15 minutes from the park.

Led by a former night sky interpreter from the National Park Service, this event takes place two nights after the peak of the Perseids, when up to 100 meteors are visible per hour. πŸ¦‹ Afterward, Senior Zoologist Steve Roble will be showing some of the local moths during a live viewing.

πŸ“… Date: Friday, Aug. 14
πŸ•› Time: 9-11 p.m.
πŸ“ Location: Southside Savannah NAP, 36.712164, -78.768637 on Falkland Road, Scottsburg, VA 24589

🎟️ This program is free to attend; however, pre-registration is required at https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/natural-heritage/eventsdetail-stargazing.

Get ready, sky-watchers! 🌠 The Fall Star Party is blasting off at Staunton River State Park, sponsored by the Chapel Hil...
08/04/2026

Get ready, sky-watchers! 🌠 The Fall Star Party is blasting off at Staunton River State Park, sponsored by the Chapel Hill Astronomical and Observational Society. This week-long astronomy festival draws stargazers from across the East Coast and beyond.

πŸ“… Oct. 5-Oct. 11
πŸ“ Dark Sky Observation Field
🎟️ $110 for the full week; $60 for the weekend (Thursday through Sunday)

Registration is required through CHAOS, and astronomers can camp right on the Observation Field. β›Ί Want a cabin or campsite instead? Just contact the park. Bathrooms, showers and food service will be available all week.

Learn more or register at https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2025-12-31-11-03-35-521140-3gp.

Stories of the Stars returns later this month. 🌠 Come explore the night sky with members of the Chapel Hill Astronomical...
08/03/2026

Stories of the Stars returns later this month. 🌠 Come explore the night sky with members of the Chapel Hill Astronomical and Observational Society and learn about constellations, planets, astrophotography and the vast distance from the stars to the Earth.

πŸ“… Saturday, Aug. 15
πŸ•› 9-11 p.m.
πŸ“ Observation Field
🎟️ Free (standard parking fee applies)
ℹ️ https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2025-12-29-12-29-20-329917-ed1

😎 Want to get outside this weekend? Check out our lineup of ranger-led programs. Whether you want to learn the basics of...
07/28/2026

😎 Want to get outside this weekend? Check out our lineup of ranger-led programs.

Whether you want to learn the basics of fishing, get creative or discover the animals that call Staunton River home, we have something for you! 🦫

πŸ“… Friday, July 31
Fishing 101
Beaver Builders
Leaf Pressing
Upcycling - Paint Your Own Vase
Friday Opening Campfire

πŸ“… Saturday, Aug. 1
Canoe Essentials
Survival Bracelets
Pollinator Seed Bombs
What's the Buzz?
Wagon Ride
Owl Prowl

πŸ“… Sunday, Aug. 2
History Hike
Bug Hotels
Tree Cookies

Learn more at www.virginiastateparks.gov/stauntonriver-events.

🌟 Registration is open for our Fall Star Party, sponsored by the Chapel Hill Astronomical and Observational Society.Curi...
07/24/2026

🌟 Registration is open for our Fall Star Party, sponsored by the Chapel Hill Astronomical and Observational Society.

Curious to know what it's like to attend a week-long astronomy festival? πŸ”­ Check out this blog post by Larry McHenry. He's a member of the Oil Region Astronomical Society and traveled eight hours to join us earlier this year at our Spring Star Party. 🌠

https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/blog/my-experience-at-the-staunton-river-star-party

Address

1170 Staunton Trl
Scottsburg, VA
24589

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 10pm
Tuesday 8am - 10pm
Wednesday 8am - 10pm
Thursday 8am - 10pm
Friday 8am - 10pm
Saturday 8am - 10pm
Sunday 8am - 10pm

Telephone

(434) 572-4623

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