Open fires are prohibited throughout the park from midnight to 4 p.m., Feb. 15 through April 30. Learn more.

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Regatta

Location of Pocahontas State Park in Virginia

Where

Program Location: Visitor Center
Main Park Address: Pocahontas State Park, 10301 State Park Rd., Chesterfield, VA 23832.

When

April 18, 2026. 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Ahoy, nature-loving engineers. Join us to turn everyday recycled materials into mini boats and complete challenges. Using items like bottles, cartons, cardboard, and caps, participants will design and build their own vessel while learning how reusing materials helps protect our waterways and wildlife.

This program is suitable for all ages. Feel free to bring your own bottles and/or bottle caps. Please call (804) 796-4472 or email Rebecca.Whalen@dcr.virginia.gov for more information.

Know Before You Go: Before your visit, find the most up to date safety information HERE.

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: 804-796-4255
Email Address: Pocahontas@dcr.virginia.gov