Welcome to Exploring Richmond

A landscape image of the city of richmond. Exploring Richmond is your ultimate resource for outdoor activities. Here you will find information and tips about Richmond’s exciting outdoor activities. No matter how experienced you may be there is something for you in Richmond. Whether it’s a trip to Richmond for the first time or you are a local resident, Richmond is calling for you to break away and explore the land and all it has to offer! So click away and enjoy exploring!

Exploring the Outdoors

A image of some trees and shrubs with the sun shinning through. Richmond is loaded with outdoor fun! There is plenty of hiking, biking, or even kayaking that you can appreciate and get the most out of in Richmond’s beautiful city. Richmond has some of the best spots on the East Coast if you are looking for a breath taking view of the James River as you run trails or want to get knee deep in a river for some fly-fishing. No matter what outdoor activity you prefer there is something here for you!


A flat silhouette of a person hiking. A flat sihouette of a person mountain biking. A flat sihouette of a person kayaking.

Hiking

A man hiking through an open grass land about to head into the woods

Richmond has quite the variety of trails for hiking and running that are unique. From Pocahontas State Part to Virginia’s Capital Trail there are a variety of different level of trails. These trails can make for an unforgettable experience that will have you coming back for more. The most popular of these trails are found in the James River Park System.

Biking

A man riding a mountain bike down a bolder

Richmond’s metropolitan area a variety of areas and trails to go biking. The most popular of all these trails is James River Park which has trails running all through its park.There is a 8-mile inner loop that is sure to give you an unforgettable experience. There are also a number of connecting parks that can extend to your experience if you are looking for a more advanced course.

Kayaking

A man performing white water kayaking. He is fighting rough waters.

Kayaking in Richmond is a wonderful adventure! Whether you are a beginner or an expert there is a course available to you in the surrounding area. Not only are there a variety of courses that you can chose from, there are a number of styles of kayaking such as paddling in flat water, white water kayaking, fishing, and a recreation style of kayaking. If given a chance you should be sure to check one of these out.


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