Holliday Lake State Park

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In the Appomattox-Buckingham State Forest and minutes from Appomattox Court House National Historical Park lies Holliday Lake with a swimming beach, fishing, boating, hiking and camping, as well as access to multi-use trails within the state forest. DCR encourages users to submit questions and comments but asks users to remain civil and on topic.

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Enjoy Music on the Waterfront at Holliday Lake this summer, starting this weekend! Bring a lawn chair, blankets, family ...
06/11/2026

Enjoy Music on the Waterfront at Holliday Lake this summer, starting this weekend! Bring a lawn chair, blankets, family and friends to enjoy a relaxing evening of live performances. 🎶

Saturday, June 13; 6-8 p.m.
🎸 Music: The Brian Graham Band with their signature mix of rock, country and Americana
🌮 Food: El Taco Loco
🎫 Tickets: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/music-on-the-waterfront-1

Saturday, July 11; 6-8 p.m.
🎷 Music: Jackson, Pendergrass, and Townsend with original songs in the jazz/blues tradition
🥪 Food: A heavenly sandwhich
🎫 Tickets: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/music-on-the-waterfront-2

Saturday, August 8; 6-8 p.m.
🪕 Music: Dirt Road Reverie with a wide range of tunes from country to rock and folk music
🌮 Food: El Taco Loco
🎫 Tickets: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/music-on-the-waterfront-3

The first show is this Saturday, so get your tickets now! The price is just $20 per vehicle, and we encourage carpooling.

More info: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/events?park=2013-10-18-21-10-41-00010&start=06/08/2026&end=09/26/2026&template=all&type=2021-08-23-20-46-45-870788-kh9

Brought to you by the Friends of Holliday Lake State Park Association 💚

Summer is right around the corner and Virginia State Parks offer plenty of ways to enjoy the outdoors for all ages. No m...
05/20/2026

Summer is right around the corner and Virginia State Parks offer plenty of ways to enjoy the outdoors for all ages.

No matter where you are in Virginia, there is a state park within an hour drive of you, making for a quick getaway for you and the family.

Explore endless opportunities for a summer of fun here: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/other/summer-fun

Mark your calendars and celebrate Virginia’s rich stories, traditions, and communities during History & Culture Weekend ...
05/18/2026

Mark your calendars and celebrate Virginia’s rich stories, traditions, and communities during History & Culture Weekend at Virginia State Parks!

Visit your favorite Virginia State Park June 13-14 and enjoy hands‑on experiences and guided programs that bring our past to life.

To explore our History and Culture Weekend events, visit: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/history-culture-day

During the new moon this Saturday (5/16), we are offering Stars Over the Lake! ⭐📍 Meet us by the beach at 9:30 p.m. for ...
05/12/2026

During the new moon this Saturday (5/16), we are offering Stars Over the Lake! ⭐

📍 Meet us by the beach at 9:30 p.m. for stargazing with a dark sky and to peer through a telescope at celestial objects over Holliday Lake.

📝 Please register in advance by calling the Park Office at 434-248-6308.
Note that this event may be cancelled due to poor weather conditions; we will call to let you know if any changes have been made.

🔗 https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-04-29-14-34-12-759136-vop

Congratulations to Steven and Brian Keefe who completed their Master Hiker designation at False Cape State ParkHere is w...
05/12/2026

Congratulations to Steven and Brian Keefe who completed their Master Hiker designation at False Cape State Park

Here is what was said about their journey from Chief Ranger of Visitor Experiences, Diego Rosario:

“Steven and Brian Keefe are a father-and-son hiking duo who have been dedicating their time to earning the Master Hiker Award. After a little more than a year, they visited all the required Virginia State Parks to achieve it. Steven and Brian said their favorite parks were Holliday Lake State Park and Staunton River State Park, though they told us that False Cape was one of their most memorable experiences.”

From Steven Keefe:

“First of all, shoutout to Diego and all the rangers at False Cape. Diego was awesome in his responsiveness and showed a genuine love for Virginia’s parks. The rangers we encountered throughout our Trail Quest were top-notch and represented the park system incredibly well.
In part because of our experience with Trail Quest, we are in the process of starting a nonprofit to raise money for hiking-related trail maintenance and other causes at a national level. Thank you for having this program in place — we appreciate everything you do to make it fun.”

Thank you for sharing your journey and for being part of the Trail Quest and Virginia State Park family!

Explore Virginia State Parks one step at a time with Trail Quest, learn more: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/trail-quest

Kids to Parks Day is a nationwide celebration connecting families with the beauty and wonder of our public lands. It's a...
04/30/2026

Kids to Parks Day is a nationwide celebration connecting families with the beauty and wonder of our public lands. It's a day filled with adventure, learning, and exploration, and we invite you to be a part of it at Holliday Lake State Park.

Stop by the Park Office to kick off your adventure with a thrilling scavenger hunt and bingo card. Explore the park's stunning natural landscapes, uncovering hidden treasures and fascinating wildlife along the way. Complete your scavenger hunt and bingo card, then return them to the office for a chance to win exciting prizes!

Pop on over to the Picnic Area for games and activities to play and learn. Our Education Ranger will be there from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. to share the fun and curiosity with all ages. It's a day packed with fun and educational activities, perfect for the whole family to enjoy together.

🔗 https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-02-27-11-31-56-414867-uld

At Holliday Lake State Park, every day is Earth Day! 🌎Join us for an Earth Week discussion about caring for our home on ...
04/22/2026

At Holliday Lake State Park, every day is Earth Day! 🌎

Join us for an Earth Week discussion about caring for our home on planet Earth. Make an Earth-inspired craft while connecting with fellow earthlings, and swap native plant seeds (don't worry if you don't have any - we'll have plenty to share!)

Afterwards, feel free to stick around to help us work in our pollinator garden from 2-5 p.m., where we'll remove invasive plants, refresh native garden beds and create healthy habitats for our local pollinators. 🦋 Bring work gloves, a reusable water bottle and clothes that can get dirty. Tools will be provided!

Every Day Is Earth Day:
🗓️ Saturday, April 25
🕛 12-1:30 p.m.
📍 Campfire Circle
🚗 Standard parking fee applies

Pollinator Garden Clean-Up:
🕛 2-5 p.m.
📍 Same location
🚗 No parking fee!

🔗 https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-02-28-17-31-11-010884-hkv

Let's make a difference together by participating in Clean the Bay Day! We are nestled within the stunning Chesapeake Ba...
04/15/2026

Let's make a difference together by participating in Clean the Bay Day! We are nestled within the stunning Chesapeake Bay Watershed. Join us as we come together to protect and preserve the beauty of our beloved lake and the surrounding environment. 🌊

🗓️ May 2
🕘 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

To support our volunteers, we're offering free parking passes and clean-up supplies. Simply visit a ranger at the Office or the Boathouse to sign in and collect your supplies and parking pass. Take a stroll along the shoreline and lend a helping hand by picking up litter, bring your own water vessel and assist in cleaning up the lake from the water itself, or meet at the Boathouse to borrow one of our boats (boats are limited).

Participants may walk up to either clean-up site without registering, but registration is preferred to help us ensure we have enough supplies for everyone. Please visit The Chesapeake Bay Foundation website to register at Holliday Lake State Park.

🔗 https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-02-27-11-05-21-927175-x3s

We're hiring! If you want to help others enjoy one of Virginia’s most beautiful state parks, we’d love to have you on ou...
04/01/2026

We're hiring! If you want to help others enjoy one of Virginia’s most beautiful state parks, we’d love to have you on our team. Explore these positions and apply today! 💚

🚤 Boat House Ranger
🙋‍♀️ Contact Ranger
🍟 Food Service Ranger
🍟 Food Service Supervisor
🌳 Interpretive Assistant

Learn more: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/park-jobs?park=2013-10-18-21-10-41-00010

We hope you join us for one of our programs this month! Nature Crafts around the Campfire Circle🗓️ Feb. 14 | 🕑 2 – 4 p.m...
02/10/2026

We hope you join us for one of our programs this month!

Nature Crafts around the Campfire Circle
🗓️ Feb. 14 | 🕑 2 – 4 p.m.
We will have a campfire, s'mores and nature crafts to celebrate the beauty of nature. There will be painting, clay, beads, and more!

Stargazing from the Beach
🗓️ Feb. 14 | 🕖 7 p.m.
We will use a telescope to get a closer look at the planets such as Saturn and nearby Neptune.

Preschool Storytime at J Robert Jamerson Memorial Library
🗓️ Feb. 25 | 🕚 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Our park ranger will be reading "Lake Mamas and Babies" and then we will do a cute craft.

Reptile Rangers: Hisstopher and Harrold meets in the Park Office
🗓️ Feb. 28 | 🕐 1 p.m.
We will introduce you to our painted turtle Harrold and corn snake Hisstopher. You'll have the chance to pet or hold Harrold before we feed him his favorite snacks.

Wildlife Hike at the Boat Ramp
🗓️ Feb. 28 | 🕒 3 p.m.
Enjoy a 1-mile hike along Lakeshore Trail where we will observe and identify wildlife along the way as well as look for the first flower blooms of the year - skunk cabbage.

🫂 Friends of Holliday Lake State Park Association

🔗 https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/events?park=2013-10-18-21-10-41-00010&start=02/04/2026&end=02/28/2026&template=all&type=all

Address

2759 State Park Road
Appomattox, VA
24522

Opening Hours

Monday 6am - 7pm
Tuesday 6am - 7pm
Wednesday 6am - 7pm
Thursday 6am - 7pm
Friday 6am - 7pm
Saturday 6am - 7pm
Sunday 6am - 7pm

Telephone

(434) 248-6308

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