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From Rail to Trail: The Rail History of High Bridge

Where
Program Location: 1466 Camp Paradise Rd, Rice VA (Visitor Center)
Main Park Address: High Bridge Trail State Park, 1466 Camp Paradise Road, Rice, VA 23966.
When
Nov. 22, 2025. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
High Bridge has long stood at the crossroads of technology, war, and community life. From its beginnings as a bold railroad experiment to its pivotal role in the Civil War, its 1914 steel replacement, and its transformation into a state park, the bridge embodies both resilience and renewal.
Join a ranger at High Bridge Station Visitor Center to uncover the history, engineering, and human stories that have shaped High Bridge and carried it into the modern day. We hope to see you on the trail!
Other details
Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 434-480-5835
Email Address: highbridgetrail@dcr.virginia.gov
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