Open fires are prohibited throughout the park from midnight to 4 p.m. through April 30 per the 4 p.m. Burning Law. This includes wood and charcoal. Gas is permissible. Campground fires are allowed during the restricted time if a camp host is on duty and signage to that effect is posted in the campground. Failure to observe the 4 p.m. Burning Law can result in a fine. Contact the Park Office for additional information.

Beaver Lake Hike

Location of Pocahontas State Park in Virginia

Where

Pocahontas State Park, 10301 State Park Rd., Chesterfield, VA 23832.
Visitor Center

When

March 30, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Are there actually beavers in Beaver Lake? Join this ranger-led hike on one of the parks most popular trails to start the fall season off right. Look for wildlife and native trees while enjoying the first few weeks of spring. This intermediate hike is 2.5 miles long. Leashed dogs are welcome. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.

Please call 804-796-4472 or email Rebecca.Whalen@dcr.virginia.gov to register.

Know Before You Go: Before your visit, find the most up to date health and safety information HERE.

photo of ranger showing visitors Beaver Lake

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 804-796-4255
Email Address: Pocahontas@dcr.virginia.gov