Pocahontas State Park

Pocahontas State Park offers forests, lakes, wildlife viewing, paddling, and camping.

Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation

Quick Facts

Location:

10301 State Park Rd., Chesterfield, VA 23832

Significance:

Pocahontas State Park preserves nearly 8,000 acres of forest, lakes, and wetlands in the Chesapeake Bay watershed while providing recreation, conservation education, and Civilian Conservation Corps history.

Designation:

Virginia State Park; Chesapeake Gateways Network Site

MANAGED BY:

Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation

Amenities

3 listed

Historical/Interpretive Information/Exhibits, Swimming Pool, Trailhead/Hiker Register

In the forests of central Virginia, Pocahontas State Park offers visitors a chance to explore the natural and recreational treasures of the Chesapeake Bay watershed. As Virginia’s largest state park, it protects nearly 8,000 acres of deciduous forest, wetlands, lakes, streams, and open habitat that support a wide variety of wildlife and outdoor recreation. 

The park features over 90 miles of trails, including 44+ miles of mountain bike trails and nearly 10 miles of dedicated hiking-only paths. Three lakes, including the 225-acre Swift Creek Lake, offer plenty of fishing, paddling, and boating opportunities. During the summer season, the park’s Aquatic Center provides a range of water-based recreation for all ages. This includes a toddler pool, fountain wet deck, three-foot and five-foot-deep leisure pools, an activity pool and two tubular water slides.  

Pocahontas State Park also preserves an important chapter of conservation history through its Civilian Conservation Corps Museum, which interprets the Depression era workers who helped establish Virginia’s state park system. Through recreation, stewardship, and environmental education, the park connects visitors to the landscapes and waterways that shape the Chesapeake region. Visitors can learn more through the park’s website. 

This location does not accept the America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass. Entrance fees and ticket policies are set independently by the managing partner, as detailed on their website. 

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