Parks Near Richmond, Virginia
History meets nature in Richmond, with access to Blue Ridge mountains, Civil War battlefields, and scenic river trails.
Popular Parks Near Richmond
Shenandoah National Park
100 miles from Richmond
4.7
National Park
Highlights:
- Skyline Drive
- Waterfalls
- Appalachian Trail
James River Park System
0 miles from Richmond
4.6
City Park
Highlights:
- Urban rapids
- Rock hopping
- Belle Isle
Pocahontas State Park
20 miles from Richmond
4.4
State Park
Highlights:
- Mountain biking
- Lake swimming
- Camping
Popular Activities
- Hiking
- Mountain biking
- Kayaking
- History tours
- Rock climbing
Best Times to Visit
- Fall for foliage
- Spring (April-May)
- Summer for swimming
Driving Tips
- I-64 west leads to Shenandoah
- James River parks have limited parking
- Fall weekends at Skyline Drive are packed
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