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Cheers to 80 Years: Trails & Tales Hike

Location of Pocahontas State Park in Virginia

Where

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

When

Jan. 17, 2026. 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Celebrate 80 years of history, conservation, and outdoor recreation by stepping into the story of the park on this guided anniversary hike. As we explore various trails, rangers will share tales about the park’s early days, the people who built it, and how the landscape has changed and endured over the last eighty years.

The hike covers approximately one mile of dirt/gravel trails that are rated easy to moderate. Be sure to wear sturdy shoes, pack water/snacks, and dress for the weather.

This event marks the beginning of a series of programs and activities taking place throughout 2026 that will highlight the park’s history, resources, and the people who have shaped it over the past eight decades. Please call (804) 796-4472 or email Rebecca.Whalen@dcr.virginia.gov for more information.

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

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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