# Hot Cocoa Hike at York River State Park

> Event for families in the Virginia Beach–Chesapeake–Norfolk area (VA / NC). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Fri, Nov 27 · 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Where: York River State Park (Amphitheater), 9801 York River Park Rd., Williamsburg, VA 23188
- Ages: Children welcome
- Price: Standard park parking fee; no extra fee
- Organizer: Virginia State Parks – York River State Park
- Official page: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-10-11-11-17-51-804842-9rq
- Last checked: Fri, Oct 30

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## About

The day after Thanksgiving, sip hot chocolate on a ranger-led hike of about 2 miles across forest and marsh on the Woodstock Pond and Mattaponi trails, talking about how the park changes for winter. Dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes.

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