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Henricus Historical Park

4.5 (33 reviews)
Closed 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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There were 3 different areas with beer vendors set up.
William V.

Had a fun time at Hops in the Park. Plenty of local beer. There were different vendors. A few different food trucks as well. Family friendly event. There was music scheduled but we let before it started. The park was nice. There were a bunch of people dressed in colonial attire that were in each if the buildings willing to tell you about what would have happened back in the day.

Katie P.

We went on a Sunday. There were only 3 reenactors, but they were very informative and interesting. I learned a lot about a place I'd never seen. I brought my dog, and he was allowed everywhere except inside the church. We did the walk around James River. It's about 5 miles, and fairly flat. Most of it is shaded, with some nice water views. It was a great way to wrap up the trip. If you're like me and have never heard of Henricus, GO! It's very cool!

Lots of local breweries to sample.
Nancy P.

Henriches Park hosts an annual Hops in the Park event which brought in 21 breweries this year. The premise is simple- you can buy tickets for $2 a piece. Each ticket gets you a sample pour, four tickets gets you a full pour. Situated at a historic site, the Hops in the Park is a great way to spend an afternoon sampling beer in a family friendly atmosphere. The lines are not super long, there's a wide variety of beers to sample, food trucks, and samples of sweet and savory home made goods.

Native village decor
Erin M.

Don't let the smaller size of this historical park fool you, it is very entertaining and highly educational! Pushed back behind some wetlands, one side of this park is set up as a mock English settlement while the other is set up as a mock Native village. You can go in and out of the different structures and get a good idea of how people used to live in days of old. "Cast members" walk around each side of the park, all very knowledgable and friendly. A man named Randall especially stood out to me. I'm physically disabled and he went above and beyond to make sure I was comfortable while he did his lecture. He even offered me his unopened water bottle (it was very hot that day). I was instantly enamored with this place and ended up buying a membership. Bonus, you can bring your dog (as long as you pick up after them...which you should be doing anyways.) There was another man near the Pocahontas exhibit (in the English settlement) that got my dog water and made sure we were all doing well. Loved it! Will definitely be back, obviously, since I have a pass now. Tip: if it's super hot out head to the church in the English settlement, it's air conditioned.

One of the amazing women we met in the Indian village

This place was amazing! Everyone we encountered were so nice and knowledgeable and took time to talk to us and answer any and all questions we had. I wish I could remember their names because they deserve recognition. What we loved best is that you could touch almost everything there! I have a 9 year old who is very happy with hands on learning. He remembers so much from our trip because he was able to touch and hold things. We finished our day off with a picnic at the tables right outside of the Indian village and then a trip to the gift shop for some very affordable souvenirs. We live local and will be back to visit. We didn't walk the trails because we were ready to go, but we want to do that too next time.

Making a bowl out of Wood with a Leith.

Visited Henricus this past weekend for their 100th anniversary. We've never been before so we decided to see what it was all about. It was so informational. The employees dress as if they were in the 1600s they're extremely nice & offer to take pictures! They had gun shows & different setups where you could watch to see how arrowheads were made, how the blacksmith worked & how to make bowls out of wood!! I would defiantly recommend to anyone looking to do something outdoors.

Jaimie H.

This park was definitely unique! The 'historical' part is blocked off for paid admission, not sure which days! I got an eerie feel being there but it was a great walk with my pup! The views of the bay are great! There's a dock you can walk on and I noticed people fishing there as well.

Robin D.

Great place for a nice, leisurely hike. Met friendly people on the loop. When Fall fully arrives and the leaves begin to turn, it has to be amazing. Great views of the lake. If you're a runner or a biker, you simply can't go wrong here. Give it a try!

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Great place to go with the family. Staff engages in explanations about the history of the park. Highly recommend going.

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Great place we went for a beer fest. They have old homes for kids to see how people used to live

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Pocahontas State Park - Water spigot

Pocahontas State Park

4.5(99 reviews)
11.4 mi

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.

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Merch in gift store

Pocahontas State Park - I asked this lady if I could take a picture of her car! So funny!!!!

I asked this lady if I could take a picture of her car! So funny!!!!

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Sycamore Community Park - Hispanic Festival at Sycamore Community Park

Sycamore Community Park

5.0(2 reviews)
18.1 mi

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.

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Hispanic Festival at Sycamore Community Park

Sycamore Community Park - Hispanic Festival at Sycamore Community Park

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Roslyn Landing Park

Roslyn Landing Park

4.3(4 reviews)
9.0 mi

This park offers a stunning trail that courses along the Appomattox River. It is a little out of…read morethe way and the road down to the park along with the parking lot is gravel but the trail itself is paved. The trail serves as the Northern trailhead for the river trail system and is absolutely gorgeous. The walk is mostly shaded by trees and features great scenery of the water. We spotted a variety of creatures which made the walk a bit more fun. The entire trail is paved and is wheelchair accessible making it a great option for anyone who wants to check it out. Despite the gorgeous scenery this trail offers it has limited visibility due to the curves and foliage that is present. At some points during it you may not be able to see who is around the corner or behind you on the trail, if that is important to you, you may want to check out the trail with a trail buddy rather than going alone. Overall, this is a lovely spot if you're looking for a paved trail that offers some scenic views. This park also offers fishing spots and you can bike, run or walk the trail making it a great option for a variety of activities.

Enjoyed a lovely walk with my wife, lil punkass kid and our dog rambo! We walked a good 2 miles and…read morei must say i enjoyed every second of it. We were skipping rocks on the water and watching the geese lift off into the stratosphere! The best thing of all is that we got to hang out as a family. I know alot of kids these days get stuck on the screens so it was nice to see mine throw rocks and get dirty! Alot of nice people on the trail even spotted some folks fishing i hope the guy caught something. All in all it was a great little workout. Also something truly amazing was the little free library that they had posted at the beginning of the trail! Check it out!!

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Roslyn Landing Park
Roslyn Landing Park
Roslyn Landing Park

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R Garland Dodd Park At Point of Rocks

R Garland Dodd Park At Point of Rocks

4.6(21 reviews)
3.6 mi

Love this park! Easy parking right near the trailhead. The majority of the trails are under a heavy…read moreblanket of tree cover, so nice & shady! The floating dock boardwalk takes you over the marsh area where you can see all the beautiful plant growth, butterflies, frogs & fish! Such a nice park for a Saturday afternoon hike!

Absolutely gorgeous park with a mixed paved, bridged and natural trail! The park has various…read moreentrances, but I would recommend parking by the playground and entering the trail that way. The beginning of the trail does consist of a winding descent so keep that in mind as the incline back can be hard for some. Once you get down you'll find yet another playground with a fun insect/nature theme. Making this a fun spot for kids and families. The amazing part of this park is the bridge that allows you to walk through the marshlands, the bridge does shake a little bit but overall felt pretty sturdy. It offers stunning views and is a lovely deviation from other nature trails. There are a variety of marked natural trails that vary in intensity/length making this place a great spot for all levels. Along the trails are also little lookouts so you can really enjoy the views. The trails are a bit secluded so you may want a trail buddy if you plan to walk past the marsh bridge if visibility is important to you. The trails are mainly wooded which offers a nice amount of shade which is great for the warmer months. There is also tons of parking available and multiple shelters for picnics or events. Overall, this is an amazing park and definitely worth a little drive to check out!

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R Garland Dodd Park At Point of Rocks
R Garland Dodd Park At Point of Rocks
R Garland Dodd Park At Point of Rocks

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Harry G Daniel Park at Iron Bridge - Harry G Daniel Park at Iron Bridge, North Chesterfield

Harry G Daniel Park at Iron Bridge

3.0(6 reviews)
8.1 mi

Huge huge huge. This is a massive park at 187 acres in the center of Chesterfield County. The jewel…read morein the crown, so to speak, with baseball fields, football and soccer fields, tennis courts, pickleball courts, volleyball courts. There are picnic shelters and cookout areas. Some of the courts and fields have lighting available and some of the softball fields can be reserved. I enjoyed the walking track today, some of which is natural and some of which is paved. A great walk through some trees and shade. There's apparently 2.1 miles of track, even if I only used a small portion of it. Kids will enjoy the playground which has benches nearby for the adults to use while the kids are playing. There is parking out the wazoo here. Just not allowed overnight. [Review 18094 overall - 1373 in Virginia - 1616 of 2022.]

This is a surprisingly large park in the middle of rural Chesterfield County near the small county…read moreairport. It's definitely out-of-the-way and you wouldn't know it was there unless you're looking for it. However the actual park once you are through the entrance and to the main crux of it is quite big and has a shocking number of sports facilities ranging from fields for football and soccer to tennis courts to a golf course. It is very much intertwined with the nature around it but also clear and organized enough so you feel you aren't just in the woods. There are a scattered number of parking lots that may be good for normal capacity but I feel for big games on the fields/facilities it may get packed quickly.

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Harry G Daniel Park at Iron Bridge - Harry G Daniel Park at Iron Bridge, North Chesterfield

Harry G Daniel Park at Iron Bridge, North Chesterfield

Harry G Daniel Park at Iron Bridge - Harry G Daniel Park at Iron Bridge, North Chesterfield

Harry G Daniel Park at Iron Bridge, North Chesterfield

Harry G Daniel Park at Iron Bridge - Harry G Daniel Park at Iron Bridge, North Chesterfield

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Harry G Daniel Park at Iron Bridge, North Chesterfield

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