History Hike

Location of James River State Park in Virginia

Where

James River State Park, 104 Green Hill Dr., Gladstone, VA 24553.
Visitor Center

When

Aug. 23, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Take a fascinating hike to learn about the rich history of James River State Park from fossils to the American Civil War. We will stop at one of our cemeteries along the way and end at the Tye River Overlook. Bring some water and comfortable shoes for this two-mile, out-and-back hike.

photo of the Ty River overlook

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 434-933-4355
Email Address: JamesRiver@dcr.virginia.gov

Event types

History/Culture | Kids/Family | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History

Additional dates

History Hike - June 18, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
History Hike - June 25, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
History Hike - July 2, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
History Hike - July 9, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
History Hike - July 16, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
History Hike - July 23, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
History Hike - July 30, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
History Hike - Aug. 2, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
History Hike - Aug. 9, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
History Hike - Aug. 16, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
History Hike - Aug. 30, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

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