Woodland Butterfly ID Walk

Location of Powhatan State Park in Virginia

Where

Powhatan State Park, 4616 Powhatan State Park Rd., Powhatan, VA 23139.
Overflow Parking (River Bend Campground)

When

June 29, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Take a guided walk with a butterfly expert in search of tiny-winged creatures of the forest! First, you'll get tips and tricks for learning butterfly identification and anatomy as well as a glimpse into their amazing life cycles and awe-inspiring adaptations. On the trails, you'll stroll through riverside forest to catch sight of these delicate beauties among the trees.

The walk will be slow-paced and up to 1.5 miles on a forested flat trail. Please wear comfortable walking shoes.

black and blue butterfly on the forest floor

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 804-598-7148
Email Address: powhatan@dcr.virginia.gov