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{{Park
{{Park
|Banner Image=File:Hungry Mother Lake.jpg
|Park Type=State Park
|Park Type=State Park
|Park Website=https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/hungry-mother?rewrite_uri=state_parks/hun
|Park Website=https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/hungry-mother?rewrite_uri=state_parks/hun
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|Entrance Fee Type=per vehicle
|Entrance Fee Type=per vehicle
|Activities=Hiking, Boating, Biking, Geocaching, Camping, Fishing
|Activities=Hiking, Boating, Biking, Geocaching, Camping, Fishing
|Features=Vistas, Rivers, Lakes, Mountains
|Features=Rivers, Lakes
|Park Amenities=Fast Food Grill, Beaches, Sports, Picnicking, Playgrounds
|Park Amenities=Restaurant, Fast Food Grill, Beaches, Sports, Picnicking, Playgrounds
|Lodging Types=Group Lodge, Cabins, Campground
|Lodging Types=Lodge/Inn/Hotel, Cabins, Campground
|Camping Amenities=Site water, Site sewer, Dump station, 20 amp electrical, 30 amp electrical, 50 amp electrical, Tent only, Showers, Clothes Washing, Playgrounds, Wi-Fi, Camp Store
|Camping Amenities=Site water, Site sewer, Dump station, 20 amp electrical, 30 amp electrical, 50 amp electrical, Showers, Camp Store
|City=Marion
|Area=3,334 acres
|Area=3,334 acres
|Operated By=Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation
|Operated By=Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation
|Main Location=36.8853, -81.52175
|Parking=36.8853, -81.52175
}}
}}
{{Park trail map}}
{{Park trail map}}
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== Park Overview ==
== Park Overview ==
[http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/hun.shtml Hungry Mother State Park] has {{Park trail count|Park={{PAGENAME}}}} trails covering {{Park trail miles|Park={{PAGENAME}}}} running along the lake, through woods, and up to park's 3,270 feet high point. The park is also very geocache friendly with several caches within the park, a brochure on caching, and rental handheld units.
[http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/hun.shtml Hungry Mother State Park] offers eight hiking trails covering around 12 miles running along the lake, through woods, and up to park's 3,270 feet highpoint.


== How to get there ==
== How to get there ==
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An interesting loop hike through the forest with both summit and lake views could be created.  Start by parking in the back by the cabins at the trailhead for Molly's Knob Trail (coordinates in infobox).  After mile and quarter travel, take left and up 0.4 mile Molly's Vista Trail to the 3247 ft summit.  Back down and left to finish out the one-third mile remaining on Molly's Knob Trail to the intersection with CCC Trail.  Take a left for a mile until Lake Trail is reached.  Following the winding Lake Trail back to parking lot.  Roughly 6.5 miles in three and half hours.
An interesting loop hike through the forest with both summit and lake views could be created.  Start by parking in the back by the cabins at the trailhead for Molly's Knob Trail (coordinates in infobox).  After mile and quarter travel, take left and up 0.4 mile Molly's Vista Trail to the 3247 ft summit.  Back down and left to finish out the one-third mile remaining on Molly's Knob Trail to the intersection with CCC Trail.  Take a left for a mile until Lake Trail is reached.  Following the winding Lake Trail back to parking lot.  Roughly 6.5 miles in three and half hours.
== Typical Conditions ==
<!-- Typical conditions throughout the year of what to expect on the trail. Rocky, muddy, sandy, flowers, lots of downed trees?  -->
Being a VA state park, the dirt and gravel trails are kept in excellent condition.  Some of the trail sections do narrow to a tight single-track, but adequate use of switchbacks keeps the elevation change reasonably gradual.  Most of the trails are in the forest, some with lake views.


==Fees, Permits, etc. ==
==Fees, Permits, etc. ==
Fee is $7 per vehicle per day. Every day. Always. Self pay at the booth if not attended.
<!-- Please list any Fees, Permits, Regulations, etc. that may be required on this trail.-->
 
Daily parking fee for passenger vehicles into VA state parks is $2 weekdays, $3 weekends.
==Park Lodging==
The park has several options for overnight stays. Group lodges, cabins, and campgrounds (some include yurts). There is no general lodge/inn/hotel on the premises.
 
===Group Lodge===
The group lodge is a six bedroom unit built by the CCC in the 1930's and allows up to 15 guests. The group lodge does include a dishwasher as well as washer/dryer.
 
===Cabins===
Several cabins are available. Generally of modern amenities (electricity, bathrooms, HVAC, etc.), but ''do not'' include dishwasher, telephone, TV, or washer/dryer.
 
Sizes range from two to eight overnight guests. Cabins also span historic CCC built units, to more modern units. Pets are allowed (at any?) for a fee.
 
Hemlock Haven cabins are also near the Hemlock Conference Center which is also available for rental for larger groups. While catering is offered, it does not appear to allow renters to use a commercial kitchen. Of special note are the Chestnut, Sycamore, and Hickory cabins as they ''do not'' have a classic kitchen. They have mini-fridges and an outdoor gas grill.
 
Cabins have minimum stay requirements. Between Memorial and Labor day, one week rentals are required. If within 30 days, shorter stays are accepted. Remainder of year has a two night minimum.
 
===Campground===
The park has three campgrounds. Burson and Creekside are all RV/tent sites. Royal Oak is tent only.
 
Camp Burson is the largest at 50 sites and offers the most modern hookups including site sewer at some sites and 50-amp service and water at all sites. Two four-person yurts are also available. The campground bathrooms include showers and washer/dryers.
 
Royal Oak campground is the most rustic and secluded. One yurt is available for rental. The remaining 11 tent sites are on wooden platforms. Bring a freestanding tent or be prepared for alternate means of securing. No hookups at the sites are available. The campground bathrooms include showers but not washer/dryers.
 
Creekside Campground has twenty RV/tent sites. Sites include 30-amp service and water. The campground bathrooms include showers and washer/dryers.
 
==Other Park Amenities==
The park offers a few amenities of fishing, boating, swimming, and hunting.
 
===Restaurant===
The restaurant is not currently open to the general public. It may be rented for catering and private functions.
 
===Picnic Shelters===
Several picnic shelters are available for rent.
 
===Beach===
The park has a beach. The beach is guarded and has concessions from Memorial Day to Labor Day. During guarded times there is a fee. At other times, park guests may swim at the designated area at their own risk.
 
===Hunting===
About 800 acres on Walker Mountain are open to deer and small game hunting annually. A valid Virginia hunting license is required. Check with the park office regarding specific areas that are open for hunting.
 
===Boating===
Non-gas powered boats are permitted on the lake. Boat rentals for canoes, kayaks, paddleboards, and paddleboats are available Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day and on weekends through October, weather permitting.
 
==Seasonal Events==


== Misc. Information ==
== Misc. Information ==
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|Trail Distance=0.8 mi
|Difficulty=Medium
|Difficulty=Medium
|Trail Marking=Red
|Trail Marking=Unknown
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|Trail Distance=4 mi
|Trail Distance=4 mi
|Difficulty=Hard
|Difficulty=Hard
|Trail Marking=Lime Green
|Trail Marking=Unknown
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|Trail Distance=0.5 mi
|Trail Distance=0.5 mi
|Difficulty=Easy
|Difficulty=Easy
|Trail Marking=Gold
|Trail Marking=Unknown
}}
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{{Trail Stub
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|Trail Distance=0.2 mi
|Trail Distance=0.2 mi
|Difficulty=Easy
|Difficulty=Easy
|Trail Marking=Unknown
|Trail Highlight=Connects Lake Trail and Molly's Knob Trail
}}
{{Trail Stub
|Trail=CCC Trail
|Trail Distance=1.9 mi
|Difficulty=Medium
|Trail Marking=Orange
}}
{{Trail Stub
|Trail=Lake Trail (Hungry Mother State Park)
|Trail Distance=5.7 mi
|Difficulty=Medium
|Trail Marking=Dark Blue
}}
{{Trail Stub
|Trail=Molly's Knob Trail
|Trailhead location=36.88597,-81.5212
|Trail Distance=1.9 mi
|Difficulty=Hard
|Trail Marking=White
}}
{{Trail Stub
|Trail=Vista Trail
|Trailhead location=36.88243,-81.50953
|Trail Distance=0.4 mi
|Difficulty=Hard
|Trail Marking=Purple
}}
{{Trail Stub
|Trail=Old Shawnee Trail
|Trail Distance=1 mi
|Difficulty=Medium
|Trail Marking=Green
|Trail Marking=Green
|Trail Highlight=Connects Lake Trail and Molly's Knob Trail
}}
{{Trail Stub
|Trail=Raider's Run Trail
|Trail Distance=0.9 mi
|Difficulty=Medium
|Trail Marking=Royal Blue
}}
}}
{{Map Marker
{{Map Marker
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|Marker Title=CCC and Lake Trails intersection
|Marker Title=CCC and Lake Trails intersection
|Marker Location=36.87365,-81.51063
|Marker Location=36.87365,-81.51063
}}
{{Map Marker
|Icon Type=Parking
|Marker Title=Parking Area by cabins
|Marker Location=36.8853,-81.52175
}}
}}
{{Map Marker
{{Map Marker
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