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A Bright Hope History Hike

Location of Pocahontas State Park in Virginia

Where

Pocahontas State Park, 10301 State Park Rd., Chesterfield, VA 23832.
Main Office

When

April 30, 2022. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

How did a railroad give hope to a community and how does the creation of a park continue to offer that hope? Discover more about the Bright Hope Railroad on this gentle, one mile hike. Geared towards ages 8 and up, but all ages welcome.

Registration is required. Please email rebecca.whalen@dcr.virginia.gov or call (804) 796-4472.

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

Other details

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