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Occoneechee State Park

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Occoneechee State Park

On Virginia’s largest lake, John H. Kerr Reservoir, discover a marina with boat rentals, ramps, and slips providing a gateway to a variety of water sports. B. C.
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Enjoy multi-use trails, an archery range, and cabins and campsites with lake views. 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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09/02/2026

Joining us at the park for Labor Day weekend? Check out our programs!

Thursday, September 3:
🥾Check out the Tutelo Birding Trail and learn about using apps to assist in identification on this 1.6-mile guided Tutelo Trail Adventures with a ranger at 10 a.m. at the Tutelo Trailhead, next to the Splash Park.

Friday, September 4:
⌛Learn about the history of the Occaneechi with the Occaneechi Story at 1 p.m. at the Visitor Center.
🔥Enjoy some s'mores and learn how to start your campfire with Campfire Fun at 5 p.m. at the Posseclay Interpretive Shelter.

Saturday, September 5:
🥏 Explore disc golf with a ranger with Disc Golf 101 at 11 a.m. next to the Visitor Center.
🎨 Create a nature-inspired craft with Crafting Corner at 2 p.m. at the Posseclay Interpretive Shelter.

Sunday, September 6:
🍂Explore the park with a leaf scavenger hunt and make art with what you find at 11 a.m. at the Posseclay Interpretive Shelter.
🦊See if you can identify pelts and learn more about the mammals that call Virginia home with Fantastic Furs at 2 p.m. at the Splash Park.

💫 For more info about these events, and the rest of September's schedule, check out our website!
ℹ️ https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/events?park=2013-10-18-21-10-41-00019&start=09/03/2026&end=09/01/2027

09/01/2026

✨Staff Highlight✨

Occoneechee State Park wants to share a huge thank you to our contact rangers this summer! Every summer, parks around the Commonwealth welcome seasonal employees to work the contact stations to our parks. They're the first face you see upon arrival and are vital to the operation of the park. This summer, Occoneechee was lucky to have Autumn, Holden and Madison crewing the contact station at the entrance to the park.

Madison returned for her third summer here, while Holden and Autumn were newcomers to the park.

🌳Madison's deep passion for the environment and the outdoors motivates her to want to give back to the local environment, and she thought working in parks would be a great way to do that. She loves getting to see a lot of wildlife and talking to all kinds of visitors in the contact station and office. 🌲

👟 Holden loved visiting the park for runs before he started working here. One day, when coming to the office to report a downed limb, he saw a sign indicating that we were hiring, so he decided to apply. He loves Breaking Point Disc Golf Course and the natural beauty of the park. 🥏

🍂Autumn enjoys being outside and felt like working here would be an amazing experience. She loves getting to talk with all the different people that visit the park! 🌻

Summer in state parks would not be possible without people like Madison, Holden and Autumn.

Occoneechee State Park participates in the "Recognize a Ranger" program. If you feel you received exceptional customer service or assistance from one of our volunteers or park rangers, please take the time to recognize their efforts at the link below!
https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/blog/recognize-a-ranger-at-a-virginia-state-park

08/31/2026

September at Occoneechee is filled with fun events like:

🏹 Archery 101
🎨 Crafting Corner
🥏 Disc Golf 101
🥾 Guided hikes
📖 Nature Journaling
And more!

📅 Check out our September schedule online for a full schedule and more information!
ℹ️ https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/events?park=2013-10-18-21-10-41-00019&start=09/01/2026&end=09/30/2026&template=all&type=all

08/27/2026

🌟 Calling all Girl Scout Troops! 🌟

Join us for Girl Scouts Love State Parks Weekend, Sept. 11-13. 💚 Spend the weekend exploring the outdoors, discovering new adventures and making lasting memories with your troop.

ℹ️ Learn more: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/girl-scouts

08/26/2026

Visiting the park this weekend? Check out our programs!

📅 Thursday, August 27:
🥾Check out the Tutelo Birding Trail and learn about using apps to assist in identification on this 1.6-mile guided Tutelo Trail Adventures with a ranger at 10 a.m. at the Tutelo Trailhead, next to the Splash Park.

📅 Friday, August 28:
⌛Learn about the history of the Occaneechi with the Occaneechi Story at 3 p.m. at the Visitor Center.
🔥Enjoy some s'mores and learn how to start your campfire with Campfire Fun at 5:30 p.m. at the Posseclay Interpretive Shelter.

📅 Saturday, August 29:
🍂Explore the park with a leaf scavenger hunt and make art with what you find at 11 a.m. at the Posseclay Interpretive Shelter.
🦊See if you can identify pelts and learn more about the mammals that call Virginia home with Fantastic Furs at 2 p.m. at the Splash Park.

💫 For more info about these events, and the rest of August's schedule, check out our website!
ℹ️ https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/events?park=2013-10-18-21-10-41-00019&start=08/27/2026&end=08/01/2027

08/25/2026

Save the date! We're celebrating National Public Lands Day on Saturday, Sept. 26, the nation's largest, single-day volunteer effort for public lands.

Help make a difference at Occoneechee by joining rangers as we pick up litter around the park. Come by the office for a garbage bag and some gloves, and see what you can find.

📅 Sept. 26
🕛 1 to 3 p.m.
🚙 NPLD is a fee-free parking day
🥾 Wear weather-appropriate clothing, closed-toe shoes and sunscreen

Learn more: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-05-31-14-32-43-248858-liv

08/19/2026

Visiting the park this weekend? Check out our programs!

Thursday, Aug. 20:
🥾Check out the Tutelo Birding Trail and learn about using apps to assist in identification on this 1.6-mile guided Tutelo Trail Adventures with a ranger at 10 a.m. at the Tutelo Trailhead, next to the Splash Park.

Friday, Aug. 21:
⌛Learn about the history of the Occaneechi with the Occaneechi Story at 3 p.m. at the Visitor Center.
🔥Enjoy some s'mores and learn how to start your campfire with Campfire Fun at 6 p.m. at the Posseclay Interpretive Shelter.

Saturday, Aug. 22:
🎨 Create a nature-inspired craft with Crafting Corner at 11 a.m. at the Posseclay Interpretive Shelter.
🦊See if you can identify pelts and learn more about the mammals that call Virginia home with Fantastic Furs at 2 p.m. at the Splash Park.

💫 For more info about these events, and the rest of August's schedule, check out our website!
https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/events?park=2013-10-18-21-10-41-00019&start=08/20/2026&end=08/01/2027

08/18/2026

🎶 We're wrapping up the 2026 season of Music in the Park with The To***co Road Band.

Their music blends old soul and blues, country and some good southern rock and roll, to give an audience the rhythms and lyrics sure to bring a smile. 🎤

🗓️ Saturday, Aug. 22
🕛 6-9 p.m.
📍 Amphitheater
🎟️ Free (standard parking fee applies)
ℹ️ https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-03-15-15-30-05-541804-akw

This event is proudly sponsored by VFW Post 8163.

Friends of Occoneechee State Park

08/13/2026

This spring, Occoneechee State Park brought together rangers, volunteers and the Virginia Department of Forestry (DOF) for a special tree‑planting event.

The park planted young white oak seedlings grown from acorns collected at two of Virginia’s most storied trees — centuries-old white oaks at James Madison’s Montpelier and James Monroe’s Highland. Thanks to DOF, a new generation of these historic giants now has a home at Occoneechee State Park.

To learn more, visit: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/blog/historic-white-oak-seedlings-find-a-new-home-at-occoneechee-state-park

08/12/2026

Explore the wonders of the Tutelo Trail with our park interpreter. You will discover flora and fauna found in the park. The interpreter will also introduce you to several common phone apps to assist you in identifying common plants and birds once you leave the park. 🪴

📅 August 13, 20, 27
🕙 10 - 11:30 a.m.
📍 Tutelo Birding Trailhead

The moderate trail is 0.8 miles one way, so the hike will be a total of 1.6 miles. Make sure to bring water and wear proper clothing. 🥾

ℹ️ https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-07-10-15-09-25-371625-cf2

Address

1192 Occoneechee Park Road
Clarksville, VA
23927

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+14343742210

Website

http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/occoneechee

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