Staunton River State Park
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Phone: (434) 572-4623
Phone: (434) 572-4623
Staunton River State Park is one of the six original state parks that opened in June 1936. It is located on 1,597 acres along the shoreline of the John H. Kerr Reservoir (also known as Buggs Island Lake), as well as the Dan and Staunton rivers. The largest lake in Virginia is only one of the park*s many attractions, which include a swimming pool, camping, cabins, picnic shelters and nature trails.
Directions
Staunton River State Park is 18 miles east of South Boston. Take U.S. 360 to Route 344. Follow Route 344 for 10 miles to the park, located southeast of Scottsburg, Va.
Reservations: http://www.dcr.state.va.us/parks/reserve.htmMore info at http://www.dcr.state.va.us/parks/staunton.htm
State Parks Guide
Guide to the State Parks of the United States, 3rd edition
From well known parks to hidden gems, this guide details the country's stunning state parks.
Merchant: National Geographic

