Clinch River State Park

Clinch River State Park This developing blueway park will consist of several anchor properties connected by canoe/kayak access points along a 100-mile stretch of the Clinch River.

The Sugar Hill Unit currently offers hiking trails, a picnic shelter, fishing and boating.

We're excited to welcome the Virginia State Parks Let's Go Adventures team to the park next month for two fun programs! ...
06/17/2026

We're excited to welcome the Virginia State Parks Let's Go Adventures team to the park next month for two fun programs! Give us a call to reserve your spot: 276-762-5076.

Kayaking Adventure
📅 July 18, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
🎟️ $20 per person
🚸 Ages 10 and up
🛶 Learn the basics of kayaking on this 2-hour guided paddle
ℹ️ https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-05-22-09-45-08-848556-ubt

Archery Adventure
📅 July 18, 2-4 p.m.
🏹 Learn the basics of archery and practice your aim
ℹ️ https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-05-28-09-27-23-086276-i4t

All equipment is provided. Please bring plenty of water and wear closed-toed shoes.

We're excited to host Junior Ranger Camp again this summer. ☀️ This year’s camp will include a partially self‑guided adv...
06/16/2026

We're excited to host Junior Ranger Camp again this summer. ☀️ This year’s camp will include a partially self‑guided adventure. Pick up your Junior Ranger booklet at the front desk of the UVA Wise Oxbow Center in St. Paul to get started.

To earn your badge:
✔️ Complete all activities in the booklet.
✔️ Join a park ranger for 3 out of 5 in‑person activities.
✔️ Once everything is completed, bring your booklet to the park office to receive a Junior Ranger badge and certificate.

📍 All in‑person programs will meet at the UVA Wise Oxbow Center.
July 3: River Critters, 1 p.m.
July 10: Fishing with a Ranger, 1 p.m.
July 17: Nature Scavenger Hunt, 1 p.m.
July 24: Nature Painting, 1 p.m.
July 31: Critters of the Commonwealth, 1 p.m.

Learn more: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-05-22-09-15-45-124098-0rl

We're hosting another ranger-led kayaking trip this month! Call or email us to register: 276-762-5076; clinchriver@dcr.v...
06/10/2026

We're hosting another ranger-led kayaking trip this month! Call or email us to register: 276-762-5076; [email protected].

🚣‍♀️ The $20 registration fee includes a kayak, life jacket and paddles.

📅 Friday, June 26, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
🔹 This is a ranger-led educational float
🔹 Cleveland to Carbo: 3.7 miles
🔹 Must be at least 13 years old
🔹 Closed-toe water shoes required
🔹 https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-03-09-10-42-09-410393-h2t

🌧️ This float is dependent on the weather and water level. For cancellation information, please click the link above or call 276-762-5076.

History & Culture Weekend is almost here, and we’re celebrating 90 years of Virginia State Parks! All across the state, ...
06/09/2026

History & Culture Weekend is almost here, and we’re celebrating 90 years of Virginia State Parks! All across the state, our parks are sharing the stories, places and traditions that make Virginia so special.

At Clinch River, we're hosting a ranger-led hike to explore the historical settlement atop Sugar Hill. Please wear closed-toe shoes and bring water.

📅 Saturday, June 13
🕛 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
ℹ️ https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-02-26-09-04-47-153882-f0n

💚 Help us honor nine decades of adventure, preservation and history.

📸 Westmoreland State Park, one of the original six Virginia State Parks

🥾 Celebrate National Trails Day with us! Whether you're hiking a favorite trail or discovering a new one, this day is al...
06/02/2026

🥾 Celebrate National Trails Day with us! Whether you're hiking a favorite trail or discovering a new one, this day is all about enjoying the outdoors and giving back to the trails you love.

In honor of National Trails Day, we're hosting a ranger-led hike along the Sugar Hill Loop Trail. Please wear closed-toe shoes and bring water. This adventure is about 1 mile.

📅 Saturday, June 6
🕛 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
ℹ️ https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-04-28-11-36-56-011641-wv5

See you on the trail! 🌲

Beginning June 1, Clinch River State Park will start rolling out parking fees at our four boat launch sites. We want to ...
05/20/2026

Beginning June 1, Clinch River State Park will start rolling out parking fees at our four boat launch sites. We want to make sure everyone has plenty of time to adjust, so here’s what to expect:

📅 Memorial Day through Oct. 31: Grace period; no fines, just friendly reminders
📅 Nov. 1: Civil penalty enforcement beings
🚗 Fees: $5 parking | $3 boat launch

These fees will be implemented at the following locations:
🚣‍♀️ Artrip: (Russell County) 3084 Artrip Road, Cleveland, VA 24225
🚣‍♀️ Old Castlewood: (Russell County) 206 Luttie Banner Drive, Castlewood, VA 24224
🚣‍♀️ Carbo: (Russell County) 92 Carbo Church Ave. Cleveland, VA 24225
🚣‍♀️ The Retch: (Scott County) 3115 Riverbluff Road Fort Blackmore, VA 24250

If you visit often, an annual pass might be a great option. You can learn more about annual passes at www.virginiastateparks.gov/passes.

Summer is right around the corner and Virginia State Parks offer plenty of ways to enjoy the outdoors for all ages. No m...
05/20/2026

Summer is right around the corner and Virginia State Parks offer plenty of ways to enjoy the outdoors for all ages.

No matter where you are in Virginia, there is a state park within an hour drive of you, making for a quick getaway for you and the family.

Explore endless opportunities for a summer of fun here: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/other/summer-fun

We still have a few spots available for our ranger-led paddle this weekend. 🚣‍♀️ The $20 registration fee includes a kay...
05/19/2026

We still have a few spots available for our ranger-led paddle this weekend.

🚣‍♀️ The $20 registration fee includes a kayak, life jacket and paddles. Call or email us to register: 276-762-5076; [email protected].

📅 Saturday, May 23, 9 a.m.
🔹 Artrip to Cleveland: 3.3 miles
🔹 Must be at least 13 years old
🔹 Closed-toe water shoes required

Mark your calendars and celebrate Virginia’s rich stories, traditions, and communities during History & Culture Weekend ...
05/18/2026

Mark your calendars and celebrate Virginia’s rich stories, traditions, and communities during History & Culture Weekend at Virginia State Parks!

Visit your favorite Virginia State Park June 13-14 and enjoy hands‑on experiences and guided programs that bring our past to life.

To explore our History and Culture Weekend events, visit: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/history-culture-day

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P. O. Box 67
Saint Paul, VA
24283

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Thursday 6am - 7pm
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