Open fires are prohibited throughout the park from midnight to 4 p.m. through April 30 per the 4 p.m. Burning Law. This includes wood and charcoal. Gas is permissible. Campground fires are allowed during the restricted time if a camp host is on duty and signage to that effect is posted in the campground. Failure to observe the 4 p.m. Burning Law can result in a fine. Contact the Park Office for additional information.
A Walk on the Wild Side
Where
Belle Isle State Park, 1632 Belle Isle Rd., Lancaster, VA 22503.
Camp Store
When
June 13, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Take a Walk on the Wild Side with this monthly series of true nature walks!
Each month, park volunteers and members of the Northern Neck Master Naturalists will share a variety of natural history topics, point out aspects of the park's many habitats (ideal for plant and animal life viewing), and provide participants with nature-photography tips should they need assistance. A list of monthly topics can be found below.
The walks will be conducted at a leisurely pace to allow stops along the way. Hikes will be no more than 2 miles round trip, but may occasionally go off trail. Please wear appropriate footwear and dress for forecasted weather. Group size is limited, pre-registration is requested. For more information or to register, please call the park at 804-462-5030.
2024 Topics:
Feb 8 - Naked Tree Walk
Mar 14 - Frogs, Salamanders, Turtles - the Importance of the Park’s Wetlands
Apr 11 - Spring Unfolding - Orchids, Blueberries & More
May 9 - Bird Migration
June 13 - Life in/along the Rappahannock - Signs, Scats & Tracks
July 11 - The Summer Pollinators & Native Plants
Aug 8 - Nature Photo Walk - Tips & Tricks
Sept 12 - Fall Migration - Birds, Butterflies & Dragonflies
Oct 10 - Fall Flowers & Butterflies
Nov 14 - The Decomposers - Fungi & Lichens
Dec 12 - Nature In Winter - More Alive Than You Think
Other details
Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 804-462-5030
Email Address: BelleIsle@dcr.virginia.gov
Event types
Arts/Crafts/Photography Workshops | History/Culture | Kids/Family | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History | Volunteer Events
Additional dates
A Walk on the Wild Side - May 9, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
A Walk on the Wild Side - July 11, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
A Walk on the Wild Side - Aug. 8, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
A Walk on the Wild Side - Sept. 12, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
A Walk on the Wild Side - Oct. 10, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
A Walk on the Wild Side - Nov. 14, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
A Walk on the Wild Side - Dec. 12, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
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