Staunton River Battlefield State Park
- Status
- Status not postedDaily 8 a.m. – sunset
- Entrance fee
- Statewide rule — see below
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Statewide rule — see below
- Camping
- Yes
- Official site
- dcr.virginia.gov(434) 454-4312
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Overview
Covering about 337 acres, Staunton River Battlefield State Park lies in Charlotte County, about 17 miles northeast of South Boston.
The park supports biking, hiking, and picnicking.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Not stated | 8 a.m. – sunset | — |
| Sat–Sun | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. | — | |
| Visitor center | Sat–Sun | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. | — |
Official wording
The park is open from 8 a.m. to dusk. The Clover Visitor Center is open Saturday- Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Roanoke Station Visitor Center is closed for renovation.
The 3,800 square-foot Clover Visitor Center opened in 1995 thanks to a partnership between Virginia State Parks, Virginia Power, Old Dominion Electric Cooperative and the Historic Staunton River Foundation. Displays highlight Antebellum Virginia, the American Civil War, forest and wetland ecosystems, and the park's Native American archaeological site. The Clover Visitor Center is open Saturday - Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/New York).
Pets
'Pets are welcome in most outdoor areas of our parks.' 'Leashes may be no longer than 6 feet.' 'Pets are not permitted in yurts.' 'There is a $20 additional nightly charge per pet for cabin stays. There is no additional charge for pets in campgrounds.'
Statewide rule from Virginia's park system (source). This park’s page doesn’t state its own pet rules, so check for local restrictions.
Fees and passes
'A parking fee is required to enter most Virginia State Parks.' False Cape, Natural Bridge, Sailor's Creek Battlefield, Staunton River Battlefield and Southwest Virginia Museum do not charge parking, but Natural Bridge and Southwest Virginia Museum charge admission.
Statewide fee rule from Virginia's park system; this park’s page doesn’t list its own fees.
Virginia park passes
- Naturally Yours Passport — $85. Parking and admission for 12 months to all State Parks (admission for up to 4 at Natural Bridge and Southwest Virginia Museum) Details
- Senior Naturally Yours Passport — $40. Parking and admission for 12 months, age 62+ Details
- Naturally Yours Passport for Boaters/Equestrians — $180. Parking plus boat-launch / horse-trailer fees for 12 months Details
- Senior Naturally Yours Passport for Boaters/Equestrians — $145. As above, age 62+ Details
From the Virginia state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- Virginia State Parks reservation system (reservevaparks.com)
- Phone
- 800-933-7275
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Camping
OVERNIGHT FACILITIES
No overnight accommodations, however, the park is 20 minutes from Staunton River State Park (camping and cabins). For information on the availability of other parks' overnight accommodations, particular park amenities or to make a reservation, you can reserve online or call 1-800-933-PARK. Click here for park fees.
Rental rates for cabins and camping vary by season, offering and park. Rates are subject to verification by DCR's state parks reservations staff (1-800-933-PARK). First determine the season, which varies by park, then the rate. Click here for park fees. (This park has no overnight accommodations.)
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
BikingHikingPicnicking
Trails
Hiking, bicycle trails and self-guided historical and nature trails available. Staunton River State Park is 20 minutes away with hiking trails as well as cabins and campsites.
Swimming
None at this park.
Boating, paddling and fishing
The beautiful Staunton River flows by the park and makes for a good float trip. The river has numerous freshwater species and is a great spot for walleye and smallmouth bass anglers. Buggs Island Lake, known for great fishing, is a few miles downstream.
A state fishing license is usually required.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Picnic areas
- Picnic shelters
- Playground
- Visitor center
- Park or camp store
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Accessibility
- Picnic shelter with sidewalk
- Visitor center with sidewalk
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Getting there
- Address
- 1035 Fort Hill Trail
Randolph, VA 23962 - Nearest town
- South Boston — about 17 mi northeast (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 36.8863, -78.7035
- Phone
- (434) 454-4312
- srbattle@dcr.virginia.gov
Google Maps directionsApple MapsOfficial park map (PDF)
Directions from the park
The Clover Visitor Center is at 1035 Fort Hill Trail, Randolph, VA 23962. The Roanoke Station Visitor Center is at 6000 Roanoke Station Road, Randolph, VA 23962, but it's closed for renovation. From west: Take state Route 92 east to Clover. After 5 miles, turn left on Route 600. Go 3 miles and turn right on Route 855. From east: Take Route 716 for about 1 mile then turn right onto VA 92 east. After 5 miles, turn left on Route 600. Go 3 miles and turn right on Route 855. From north: Take state Route 47 south and turn right onto Germantown Road. After about 4 miles, turn right onto Route 40. Continue 1.5 miles then turn left onto Scuffleton Road on which you’ll drive for 14 miles. Then turn left onto Route 600, go about 2 miles and turn left into Route 855. Drive Time: Northern Virginia, three and two thirds hours; Richmond, one and two thirds hours; Tidewater/ Norfolk/Virginia Beach, three and a half hours; Roanoke, two hours
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Virginia State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026; page says updated Jul 31, 2026
- Virginia State Parks 'Find a park' list (HTML, one 'Name (CODE)' link per park)
- Wikidata
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. No change has been detected since this page was first published. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology