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Seven Bends State Park

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Seven Bends State Park

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Enjoy picnic areas, hiking trails, fishing opportunities and contactless kayak rentals.

In the geographically unique Seven Bends area of the North Fork of the Shenandoah River, this day-use park provides river access with two car-top boat launches.

10/22/2026

Reeling in the fall vibes 🍂 Our mobile gift shop will be open this Saturday!

📆 October 24
🕥 10:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
📍 Lupton Access Point

For more park information, please visit https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/seven-bends

10/01/2026

We only have a few spots left for our campout next weekend. This special event is designed to be welcoming, safe and accessible for first-time and seasoned campers.

🗓️ Oct. 9, 4 p.m.
⛺ Tent camping only
🚫 Food and water are not provided
🎟️ $10 per site plus the standard parking fee
🥾 Campers have the option to join rangers for a night hike and morning forest therapy sessions

Please register using the link found at https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-09-16-12-31-44-572062-gda and then call the park office for payment (540-630-4718).

Friends of Seven Bends State Park

09/29/2026

🍂 Fall is the perfect time to get outdoors and spot wildlife at Virginia State Parks!

From soaring hawks to busy woodland creatures preparing for winter, there’s so much to see and hear on the trails this season. 🦌 🦉

Check out our latest blog post to learn more: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/blog/fall-wildlife-watching-at-virginia-state-parks

📸 Desiree Di Mauro

09/25/2026

Don't miss the 5th annual Beats on the Bend tomorrow, Sept. 26, at Seven Bends State Park!

Every visitor will enjoy free admission as part of National Public Lands Day. Shop early at our gift trailer, and stay for the toe-tappin' tunes afterward. 🎶

🎁 Gift Trailer Open: 1:-6 p.m.
🎤 Beats on the Bend: 3-6 p.m.

More info: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-08-05-13-57-46-860496-sj9

09/24/2026

Local artist Holly Cooley is offering a special Painting in the Park program next month. 🎨All supplies will be provided, and at the end of the class, you'll be able to take home a custom landscape painting.

🗓️ Oct. 10, 4-7 p.m.
📍 Lupton access
🖌️ The class is geared toward beginners, but anyone age 16 and up is welcome
🎟️ Free (standard parking fee applies); however, cash donations to the Friends of Seven Bends State Park will be accepted to help cover materials

⚠️ Advance registration is required using the link found at https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-09-08-11-02-40-057053-yrp.

📸 Friends of Seven Bends State Park

09/24/2026

If you plan on coming to the park for Beats on the Bend 🎶 this weekend, stop by a little earlier to take advantage of a guided hike.

📅 Sept. 26
🥾 Guided Hike with Ron Litten: 5 miles; 12-2:30 p.m.
🥾 Guided Hike with Camp Lupton Alumni: Less than 1 miles; 1-2 p.m.
🥾 Guided Hike with the Walker's Club: 2-3 p.m.

🎤 Beats on the Bend, a free outdoor concert, will take place from 3 to 6 p.m. To learn more, please go to www.virginiastateparks.gov/sevenbends-events.

📷 Camp Lupton Lodge

09/22/2026

We hope to see you this weekend for Beats on the Bend, featuring Taylor LaFever. 🎶 Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy live music and beautiful views.

📅 Saturday, Sept. 26
🕛 3-6 p.m.
🎟️ Free

Feeling lucky? 🚣‍♀️ Snag a raffle ticket for a chance to win a kayak, a $250 VSP gift card and more! All proceeds support Friends of Seven Bends State Park and help keep the park thriving.

Even though it’s free, we’d love to know you’re coming. Please register if you plan to attend. Plus, make a day of it with several guided hikes happening before the concert. 🎤 🥾 🌄

Learn more and register: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-08-05-13-57-46-860496-sj9

09/21/2026

If you've ever wanted to camp at Seven Bends, here's your chance! We're hosting a campout next month at the Lupton access.

🗓️ Oct. 9, 4 p.m.
⛺ Tent camping only
🚫 Food and water are not provided
🎟️ $10 per site plus the standard parking fee
🥾 Campers have the option to join rangers for a night hike and morning forest therapy sessions

Please register using the link found at https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-09-16-12-31-44-572062-gda and then call the park office for payment (540-630-4718).

Friends of Seven Bends State Park

09/10/2026

There's still time to reserve your spot for our Women in Nature program!

📅 Saturday, Sept. 12: Through hands-on instruction in fly fishing and kayaking, you'll challenge yourself in a supportive environment and experience the joy of exploring one of Virginia's most beautiful natural resources.

📅 Sunday, Sept. 13: Through gentle movement, guided Forest Therapy, creativity and personal reflection, you'll discover simple practices that help reduce stress, increase mindfulness and deepen your connection with yourself.

🎟️ If you're interested in both days of WIN, please register for both days. The program fee is $15 per day or $25 for both days.

ℹ️ Learn more about day 1: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-08-12-15-14-49-685449-fgn

ℹ️ Learn more about day 2: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-08-12-15-44-58-422327-xsf

09/10/2026

✨ We're accepting applications for two exciting roles. ✨ If you’re passionate about state parks and want to join a dedicated team, we’d love to hear from you!

🌳 Volunteer and Resource Specialist
Help lead resource management projects and coordinate our volunteer program. This role also supports park leadership, supervises staff and volunteers, manages GIS data, oversees habitat restoration efforts and organizes special events.

🛍️ Gift Shop Ranger
Assist with merchandise operations, including customer service, operating the merchandise trailer, processing purchases, reconciling revenue, managing inventory and supporting park leadership.

Learn more and apply today: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/park-jobs?park=2018-02-27-09-39-47-081672-abc

Address

2111 South Hollingsworth Road
Woodstock, VA
22664

Opening Hours

Monday	6am - 7pm
Tuesday	6am - 7pm
Wednesday	6am - 7pm
Thursday	6am - 7pm
Friday	6am - 7pm
Saturday	6am - 7pm
Sunday	6am - 7pm

Telephone

(540) 622-6840

Website

https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/seven-bends

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