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Bright Hope Hike

Location of Pocahontas State Park in Virginia

Where

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

When

March 8, 2025. 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 are welcome.

For questions please call (804) 796-4472 or email Rebecca.Whalen@dcr.virginia.gov.

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