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Educational Activities at Hungry Mother State Park

(276) 781-7401

2854 Park Blvd.
Marion, VA 24354

Latitude: 36.882561

Longitude: -81.533867

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Regular weekly interpretive programs at Hungry Mother are available mid-June through Labor Day and include canoe tours, nature hikes, night hikes, Critter Crawl (aquatic sampling), guest evening programs, campfires, storytelling, music, and wee and junior naturalist programs. Fishing tournaments just for kids are offered monthly. Additional programs are offered on weekends in May, September and October. Guests may call the park at (276) 781-7400 for specific programs and dates.

Educational Activities Amenities At Hungry Mother State Park

Hemlock Haven Conference Center

Located in the Southwest Blue Ridge Highlands of Virginia, just north of the town of Marion in Smyth County, Hemlock Haven Conference Center boasts modern meeting and lodging facilities within the peaceful surroundings of Hungry Mother State Park, one of the original parks in the state park system. Significant natural resources and nearby recreational opportunities such as Mt. Rogers National Recreation Area, Clinch Mountain Wildlife Management Area, and the Jefferson National Forest, as well as Hungry Mother State Park itself, make Hemlock Haven an ideal location for day and overnight conferences, banquets, family reunions, company picnics and more.

Season/Hours: All Year/Call Park (276) 781-7400
Fee: Call: (276) 781-7425 - Reserved by Hemlock Haven
Location:36° 53.3149 -81° 31.4299

Discovery Center

The Discovery Center is situated on route 16 right next to the park office. It teachers visitors about the local wildlife with many displays of both live and stuffed animals. Here people can also learn about forestry, the local history, and about the CCC that built this park as one of Virginias original six. This facility also offers a small gift shop where visitors may purchase souvenirs.

Season/Hours: All Year/Call Park (276) 781-7400
Fee: Park Fees
Location:36° 52.9616 -81° 31.5550

Amphitheater

The amphitheater, popular for weddings, can be rented from noon to 10 P.M. (full day). Those renting for the full day can access the amphitheater before the start time if desired. Call 1-800-933-PARK to rent. As it's on an island, it's accessed by footbridge from the main park area. The structure has one electrical outlet and is near parking lot five. Up to 60 can be accommodated on the uncovered wooden benches. Standing room can accommodate another 40. You're welcome to bring more chairs if you like, but be sure to remove them when leaving. No park equipment, such as a microphone, is provided.

Season/Hours: All Year/Full Day
Fee: Park Fees
Location:36° 53.2105 -81° 31.3395

Other Activities At Hungry Mother State Park: Biking, Boating and Water Sports, Camping, Fishing, Gifts and Shopping, Hiking, Hunting, Picnicking, Swimming, Wildlife Activities and Canoeing And Kayaking

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