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.

Visitor Center Hours

Location of Pocahontas State Park in Virginia

Where

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

When

April 2, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Be sure to stop by the Visitor Center, which houses both the Nature Center and the Discovery Center, where you can grab a map and fill up on water, snacks, and souvenirs before you hit the trails. The Nature Center allows you to get up close and personal with some of the critters that call Pocahontas home, while the Discovery Center allows you to catch a glimpse of what the park offers through interactive playscapes.

Special Spring Break Hours: Monday, April 1 - Thursday, April 4: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Special Eclipse Viewing Hours: Monday, April 8: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Eclipse glasses will be available for purchase, while supplies last, at the Visitor Center, Camp Store, and Main Office during regular operating hours.

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

visitor center

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