Hungry Mother Lake

Marion, Virginia's Hungry Mother State Park is home to one of the country's most scenic lakes: Hungry Mother Lake. This beautiful lake is nestled in a valley between two mountain ranges, giving you the feeling that you're somewhere out in the wilderness...but in fact you're actually just three miles from the Marion town limits!

At just 108 acres in size, Hungry Mother Lake isn't terribly large, but it offers many fun activities such as swimming on a white-sand beach, fishing, or spending some time simply enjoying the water in a canoe, rowboat or paddleboat (available for hourly rental).

In addition to the lake activities, there are also lots of fun and interesting things for you to see and do during your visit to Hungry Mother Park. There are numerous campsites (some with electrical hookups) and a large number of private cabins that are fully equipped with all the modern conveniences available for a nominal rental fee.

There are also miles of scenic hiking trails, picnic areas (with and without log shelters), and even a small island that hosts an amphitheatre where children's plays and nature lectures are given. And Hungry Mother Restaurant offers great meals that are sure to please any palate!

If you enjoy the outdoors, or simply want a beautiful place in the mountains to get away from it all, a few days at Hungry Mother Park is just what you're looking for!

Park Information:

Season: Hungry Mother State Park is open from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Directions: Take Exit 47 of I-81 and go approximately one mile on Highway 11 into the town of Marion. Turn right onto Route 16 north and travel four miles to the park office (located in the Discovery Center).
Accommodations (Camping & Cabins): For availability and reservations, click here or call 1-800-933-PARK.
Park Fees: Click here for a current list of fees for accommodations, parking and activities at Hungry Mother State Park.

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