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The Hungry Mother State Park has long been a family favorite of Virginia’s state parks, well known for its 108-acre placid lake and beautiful woodlands in the center of the mountains. The park includes a sandy beach good for having fun in the sun, along with a universally accessible fishing pier, a boat launch, a bath hours, and boat rentals, including paddle boats, kayaks, canoes, and fishing boats. There are also cabins, campgrounds, a visitor center, a lodge able to accommodate up to fifteen people, the Hemlock Haven Conference Center, a restaurant, gift shops, biking trails, and hiking trails.

2854 Park Blvd., Marion, VA 24354; Phone: 276-781-7400

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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