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Ranger-Led Hike
Where
Program Location: Trailhead/Equestrian Parking Lot
Main Park Address: Powhatan State Park, 4616 Powhatan State Park Rd., Powhatan, VA 23139.
When
April 25, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
On this special edition of "Ranger-led Hikes", we will celebrate Earth Week as we hike through areas of the park that show signs of human impact. Along the way, we'll see how the choices we make have the power to leave lasting effects on the environment, in both positive and negative ways.
Please wear close-toed shoes and bring plenty of water and snacks. Trails vary from 2.5-4 miles through both open meadow and forest. Dress for the weather and be prepared to hike for 2-3 hours over uneven terrain.
Register here to let us know you're coming. While not required for this program, it is recommended! If you register, we will be able to contact you if the program is cancelled due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
Coyote Run Trail: 4 miles, mostly flat through primarily open meadows and a few patches of forest.
Turkey-River-Gold Dust Trails: 2.5 miles, partially flat with several moderate hills through primarily forest and some open meadow.
Cabin-Big Woods Trails: 4 miles, partially flat with a few moderate hills through primarily forest and some open meadow.
Big Woods-Pine Trails: 3 miles, mostly flat with a few gentle hills through primarily forest and some open meadow.
2026 Ranger-led Hikes:
JAN: Coyote Run Trail
FEB: Turkey-River-Gold Dust Trails
MAR: Cabin-Big Woods Trails
APR: Big Woods-Pine Trails
MAY: Coyote Run Trail
JUN: Turkey-River-Gold Dust Trails
JUL: Cabin-Big Woods Trails
AUG: Big Woods-Pine Trails
SEP: Coyote Run Trail
OCT: Turkey-River-Gold Dust Trails
NOV: Cabin-Big Woods Trails
DEC: Big Woods-Pine Trails
Register here to let us know you're coming. While not required for this program, it is recommended! If you register, we will be able to contact you if the program is cancelled due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
About Earth Day
In celebration of Earth Day on April 22, Virginia State Parks offers a range of special events and activities highlighting the importance of conservation and sustainability. Visitors are invited to participate in educational programs, guided nature walks, wildlife observation, tree plantings and service projects to help preserve the beauty and biodiversity of the state’s 44 parks.
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
Event types
History/Culture | Kids/Family | National Events | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History
Additional dates
Ranger-Led Hike - July 25, 2026. 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Ranger-Led Hike - Aug. 29, 2026. 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Ranger-Led Hike - Sept. 26, 2026. 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Ranger-Led Hike - Oct. 31, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Ranger-Led Hike - Nov. 28, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Ranger-Led Hike - Dec. 19, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
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