I am a sucker for outdoors everything, well almost everything (wink). Seriously, this park is a…read morecomplete gem. It's not very large and definitely not your typical park i.e. with tons of seating and a children's play area. This is more of a fishing off the dock and hopping into a boat park. As you enter the you'll notice benches w/ seats - this is such a great area for catching up on your novel. This area will shade you from the scorching sun rays. I enjoyed reading a book and meeting locals. Most people came to fish, run, and for the scenic walk. The benches on the dock/walkway are metal so if you're planning to sit and hang bring something to lay over the metal before you sit - it may burn your bum!

Shhhh.... let's keep this between you and me... I'm still mesmerized by this quiet, natural, hidden…read morepark. I love that the whole park is sprawled over a marshy creek and there a boardwalk meandering through it. And guess what?? The boardwalk has been extended all the way to the next neighborhood. Now there are two entrances winding around this rustic, reedy park. It's a bird watchers delight... not to mention some other little critters. Today I came on a crisp, cold day to get some fresh air, exercise and then settle on a bench and read, while soaking in nature and and reflect on the constraspects of the current pandemic. Perfect place to gain positive perspective! My favorite park!

Undoubtedly the best park in town! Unfortunately, there's often no one else there. Hopefully,…read morethat will change and this will help the word get out. Here, you get it all--shade sail covering the adult area with many picnic tables, a separate patio area for adults with chairs, a giant playpen-like structure with a bouncy ball in it and lined with garage tiles for safe falls for younger toddlers. There is a play set for younger kids and for older. I would say about age 3 to about 8 or 10. There is a car on a spring that rocks; a big, spiral slide, straight slights, a fake climbing mountain with seats on top, and tons and tons of options to climb and swing, including a jungle gym and even spiral-style monkey bars (they go in circle, rather than just in a straight line. There's a balance beam, different types of swings, and really everything you could possibly want. All that's missing is the kids, really. Absolutely amazing place. The greatest likelihood to catch other kids to play with is before lunchtime. The only downside is that there is zero shade on the actual playground itself. Very important note: This place is public and at the back of a church parking lot. Turn in right beside the blue library sign, and drive alllll the way back. You cannot see the playground from the street at all, not even upon turning into the lot.

My girls loved this playground and they are older too. We happened upon a Fall event there when we…read morevisited this time. Everyone was super sweet, the forgot was going, lights were hung, bathrooms were very clean. Great all around.

Beautiful campground and can accommodate tents all the way up to the big trailers, like my family's…read morebig ol trailer. It is nice, quiet, peaceful and they always have interesting activities for adults and children alike. They also have a free library and sell firewood. The bathrooms are spotless. The employees are by and large very friendly and helpful (with exception of the young female ranger who told my sister in law "You have legs! You can hike, can't you?" She may want to brush up on the Americans with Disabilities Act and learn not to be so, as they say "ableist") I also love their gift shop. They have fun t-shirts, pins, stickers etc. I look forward to coming back--I love this park and Powhatan.

We loved our stay at Powhatan State Campground! Tucked away in the Riverbend Camping Area, this…read morespot is a gem just outside of Richmond--perfect for a peaceful getaway. The RV lots are spacious, wooded, and impeccably clean, with gravel pads, picnic tables, and even metal posts for lanterns--great little details that show how well the campground is maintained. We arrived just after 4 PM, which is the cutoff for staffed check-in, but our site was clearly marked with our reservation on the post--smooth and stress-free. We didn't use the restrooms or other facilities, but from what we saw, everything looked clean and well cared for. The campground itself is large, with lots of quiet roads for walking or biking, and big open fields that add to the peaceful atmosphere. Each site has a nice wooded buffer for privacy--we barely noticed other campers even though it looked to be about 60% full on a weekday. We had electric and water hookups at our site. No sewer hookups, but the dump station was easy to access. Rates were very reasonable, especially given the serenity and space you get here. Highly recommend if you're looking for a quiet, scenic, and well-kept camping experience near Richmond. We'll definitely be back!

Beautiful park located right on the James River. Short walking trails, water access, and a picnic…read morearea great for dogs and families. Parking is available but not ample to accommodate a busy day. I've had to circle the two small parking lots on many occasions waiting for a car to leave. Overall Robious Landing is small, simple, and a beautiful place on the river. Good place to swim or put in a canoe, kayak, or paddleboard.

Nice park with nice paths. Park can get crowded and parking is limited, but it's a wonderful place…read moreto spend afternoons. Fishing isn't the best but it's a nice place to kayak or paddle board. You will often see the James River high school cross country or track team. They often run there. Say hello as they a very nice people.

We have come to the state park before and enjoyed it. We are in cabin 11. when we got here we were…read morepleasantly surprised with the upgrades and a new fireplace. Lots of walking trails. The staff are friendly.

I stay here frequently for tent camping but decided to try a cabin during off season which only…read morerequired a 2 night stay. We had a 2 bedroom which can sleep 6/bunk beds at site 10. The lake view cabins go very very quickly. Since we are all adult we can appreciate the quiet. Open plan with a lovely fireplace and outdoor fire pit. They provided a bundle of wood - but there is wood for sale at specific hours near the camp store. About the wood..... it's a cross between tree cut and saw mill. I paid $7.00 a bundle. Our cabin had a lovely wrap around porch/deck with both a front and back door. Great view as every room had a window including the bathroom. A slight "ick" factor is that the bed had crumbs. They offer everything you could want minus the linen. Side note I have allergies so be aware that a past guest may have had pets. We used sheets as couch covers. We are planning on staying there again. Standing shower, furnished kitchen. No WiFi. I would come back again but only strictly doing off season as it's much quieter.

The name really fits this park as it really hidden down a windy road. But once you enter the…read morefacility, it beautifully maintained. It was deserted when came to check it out. No one around to enjoy the baseball field, the basketball courts, the playground, the picnic shelter or the walking trails. Lots of lush greenery surrounding this lovely park! There's a Little Free Library near the picnic area! I enjoyed walking around the grounds, seeing wildlife and breathing in the fresh air. Leashed Dogs are allowed as long as you pick up after your Pooches!

I'm a born and raised goochlander who has lived in Richmond the last few years. I have been to…read moremany parks in Richmond and goochland and Hidden Rock Park is miles above the rest. Well maintained, clean and a pleasure to go to. Richmond could learn a few things about park maintenance going there for a visit.

I love that this park had made renovations since the last time we visited. It is also a gated…read moreplayground so the kids do bot easily run out into the parking lot!

This park is located at the episcopal church. It is well-maintained and has plenty of areas that…read morerange from babies toddlers and big kids. Everything from slides to a rock climbing tower. And for the pirate loving kid there is a pirate ship with a slide! There is a giant sand box next to the pirate ship too. Lots of big kids swings and a few swings for babies and toddlers. Plenty of slides for kids to enjoy from the tall steep slide to the more low key baby slides. There are plenty of benches for adults to sit while the kiddos enjoy playing. Even an area with balance bars to walk and jump on. I did see a few picnic tables in the playground area too. This playground offers so many fun options for kids of all ages. The playground What established in 2006 by Project Swing, a nonprofit corporation organized through and under episcopal church and the Redeemer. Park is open during daylight hours.

Huguenot Park has an excellent playground that is open after sunset, which is great if you need to…read morefind a safe place for a hyperactive kid to burn off energy at night. The sand pit is lovely and perfect for open-ended play. It has wooden play tables and an unstructured pit. People leave toys there for everyone to share, and quite a collection has grown. The playground has well-constructed equipment, many of which is differently-ambled-friendly. There are also nice porch-swing-like bench swings for parents to chill out on. There are bathrooms that are well maintained and clean. Trails are well maintained and expansive. Plenty of Ingress/Pokémon Go/Wizards Unite stops. Ice cream trucks (plural) visit frequently, particularly in the summer months. Even though it's located in a developed area, Huguenot Park feels like it is the middle of untouched nature.

This is a great park with plenty of amenities. We mainly come for the playground. There are slides,…read moreswings, and more. It is nice that it is handicap accessible also. There are a few picnic tables throughout the park. There are walking trails as well as bathrooms. During the warmer days there are usually plenty of kids here.

With spring around the corner, I am enjoying finding nature spots to explore with these bursts of…read morewarm weather. My best friend and I went to Pocahontas State Park a few weekends ago to do the Beaver Lake trail. This park is pretty big and they offer a variety of trails to explore. I love that you are able to walk, fish, bike, and even camp here. I just learned that if you are an REI member, you can take your receipt and use it as a payment to enter this park! It's usually $7 to enter with a car, but it was nice to be able to enter with a REI receipt. I've come twice this year and while the trees are not green yet, it's still a lovely park to explore. It's very family-friendly. There is a playground in the space. They also seem to have pools here. You can use All Trails to find a trail you want or ask the park ranger for recs on the map. They also have an information center and museum. If you live in the RVA area, I recommend checking out this park at least once.

Pocahontas State Park offers over 90 miles of trails, a large lake system, and a well-maintained…read morecampground. Time your hike for lunch at Swift Creek Reservoir. You might spot hawks, eagles, or herons. In spring, the path leaving the reservoir is often covered in tiny frogs. They have no self-preservation so watch your step. The park hosts concerts at its amphitheater, including touring acts like Dark Star Orchestra. Snakes are common, especially near water. They're native, and you're trespassing so leave them be. Or text a picture to the VA Snake Hotline (804) 617-7086 to confirm that you don't need to freak out. As for the paw prints in the mud: I've seen them. They look like mountain lion tracks. Officially extinct in Virginia, but the prints say otherwise. Leave no trash. Pack out everything. This place is awesome/wonderful/beautiful!!! Don't mess it up.