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Orienteering with Central VA Orienteering Club

Location of Pocahontas State Park in Virginia

Where

Pocahontas State Park, 10301 State Park Rd., Chesterfield, VA 23832.
Visitor Center

When

Jan. 1, 2025. 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Head out into the woods and work on your navigation skills with the Central Virginia Orienteering Club. All ages and skill levels are welcome on this self-guided adventure. Beginner courses are free, but a more advanced course map is available for an additional fee of $5.

Please reserve your spot by December 29 at noon on the CVOC website. More information about the sport of orienteering and to register, please visit HERE.

photo of a compass and a map

About First Day Hikes

Every year on Jan. 1, Virginia State Parks celebrates First Day Hikes. This nationwide initiative invites people to ring in the new year by connecting with nature and making lasting memories at a state park. Ranger-led and self-guided First Day Hikes are offered across the state, giving visitors of all ages and skill levels the chance to explore outdoors. January 1 is a Free Parking Day at all Virginia State Parks. (The admission fee at Natural Bridge still applies).

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: No.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: Yes.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 804-796-4255
Email Address: Pocahontas@dcr.virginia.gov