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Chipoax Trace Trail Trek

Location of Chippokes State Park in Virginia

Where

Chippokes State Park, 695 Chippokes Park Rd., Surry, VA 23883.
Chippoax Trace Trailhead

When

April 24, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Come on out to Chippokes State Park and discover what is left of a forgotten historic roadway on this ranger-led hike. Learn about historic transportation routes, the area's first inhabitants, speculation and myths of the road, and natural history.

This trace trail takes visitors from rolling farm fields, into canopied woodlands, up and down inclines, and to a worthwhile scenic view of the beautiful salt marshes of Chippokes.

Parking is available at the Chipoax Trail Trailhead along Chippokes Farm Road, third driveway on the right. This excursion will be approximately 2 miles, to the end of the Trace Trail and back.

College Run Creek at the end of Chipoax Trace Trail.

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 757-294-3728
Email Address: Chippokes@dcr.virginia.gov