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Wandering the Wetlands

Location of James River State Park in Virginia

Where

Program Location: Green Hill Pond
Main Park Address: James River State Park, 104 Green Hill Dr., Gladstone, VA 24553.

When

April 12, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Explore the park's expansive wetlands with us as we search for and identify the plants and animals that call this unique habitat their home. Bring along a camera or a pair of binoculars for an up-close view of this diverse ecosystem. Wear some comfortable shoes since the hike will cover a little over one mile on fairly level terrain.

photo of wetland at sunset

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 434-933-4355
Email Address: JamesRiver@dcr.virginia.gov