Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park
ID: GYG420890-762608
Category:
Country: United Kingdom
Duration:
02:30 hours
Description
Explore the hidden gems in the heart of downtown Richmond. Discover 150-year-old ruins, see the unique Pipeline Walk, and revel in the roaring rapids on this guided hiking tour of James River Park.
Set out on a 4.5-mile guided hike through the natural beauty nestled within downtown Richmond. Admire the rushing water of James River from pedestrian bridges. Across the river, catch a glimpse of bygone eras with ruins on Belle Isle and see the repurposed Pipeline Walk on Brown’s Island.
Meet your guide and begin your tour by crossing the James River, pausing to admire the Class IV rushing rapids of Richmond’s waterway from one of the city’s unique pedestrian bridges. Next, you’ll explore the Manchester Climbing Wall Park, built on top of 150-year-old train bridge ruins.
Continue your hike along the path on Belle Isle. The trails here lead past ruins that hearken back to the Civil War and the industrial age. Soak up the tranquility of the surrounding nature, then cross a second pedestrian bridge to discover the city’s hidden gem on Brown’s Island, the Pipeline Walk.
Highlights
- Feel immersed in nature right in the heart of downtown Richmond
- Enjoy views overlooking the James River rapids and the surrounding area
- Explore buildings of the past and present on Belle Isle and Brown's Island
- Visit the Manchester Climbing Wall Park, transformed from old train bridge ruins
- Admire unique vantage points along the secluded Pipeline Walk
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This hike is 4.5 miles long and follows mostly dirt and/or paved paths. However, there will be occasional staircases, rocky terrain, and even a small ladder (ca. 5 rungs) to navigate
This activity will not take place in heavy rain or inclement weather
We will meet at the paved sidewalk trailhead leaving the "Manchester Climbing Wall Parking Lot" - you can type that into Google Maps, or use the address above. If the parking lot is full, you'll have to look for on-street parking in the area.
!!IMPORTANT!! The address above is only correct on Google Maps (for example, Apple Maps simply says US-60 E), so you must type that address in Google Maps - not Apple, Waze, or others. We would prefer to provide a link to the exact location, but GetYourGuide will not allow us to do so. Guests who book directly with us will be able to receive this information automatically.
**Please give yourself plenty of time to find parking, as we will be departing right on time!**
INCLUDED
- Guided tour of James River Park System
NOT INCLUDED
- Food and water
- Sunscreen and/or bug repellent
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
