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Squirrelin' Around

Location of Pocahontas State Park in Virginia

Where

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

When

Jan. 10, 2026. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Pop on your bright eyes and bushy tails. In honor of National Squirrel Appreciation Day (January 21, 2026), you’ll explore a trail through the eyes of a squirrel. Search high and low for winter necessities like acorns, mushrooms, and oak leaves and see if you could survive in the park as a squirrel. Afterwards, get crafty and make your own squirrel call.

This ranger guided hike is approximately 0.5 miles in length. All trails are hard packed gravel, suitable for strollers. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.

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.

photo of a gray squirrel on a tree

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