October 13, 2022
Located near the Chickahominy River in Charles City County sits a 24-acre park, Lawrence Lewis, Jr. Park, that is rich in history and offers visitors a wide range of outdoor …
Continue reading “Exploring the Lower Chickahominy River Part 4: Lawrence Lewis, Jr. Park”
August 22, 2022
Virginia’s water trails are not just about paddling. When you find yourself paddling a remote trail, with few signs of modern development along the shorelines, it’s almost as though you’ve …
July 22, 2022
The Northern Neck of Virginia is packed with beautiful country roads, scenic drives, historic sites, and some lovely water trails. Paddling the Potomac River can be an wonderful experience, but …
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May 30, 2022
Finding places to camp that are only reachable by kayak can sometimes be a challenge. State park paddle-in campsites require reservations weeks (or sometimes months!) in advance, which requires quite …
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May 16, 2022
Here at Virginia Water Trails, we’re more than just trail maps. Our site is chock full of tools and tips for planning your next “paddle-cation.” From certified ecotour guides and …
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April 13, 2022
In part one of Exploring the Lower Chickahominy River we took a look at the Chickahominy Wildlife Management Area in Charles City County. Now, in part two, we will make …
Continue reading “Exploring the Lower Chickahominy River Part 2: Brickyard Landing”
February 2, 2022
If you’ve been thinking about trying out kayak-camping, make this the year you give it a whirl. Or if you’re an experienced paddler that has completed countless multi-day tours, we …
Continue reading “8 Gorgeous Places to Go Kayak-Camping in Coastal Virginia”
November 18, 2021
If you Google “gift ideas for kayakers” you’ll likely pull up multiple lists of stuff. Many of the lists overlap with the typical suggestions like dry bags, paddle leashes, and …
October 9, 2021
Everyone loves a good loop to paddle. It almost always beats an “out-and-back” style trip because you don’t have to double-back and see the same scenery twice. It also allows …
September 21, 2021
One of the most unique attributes in the Richmond Region is the Virginia Capital Trail. The 52-mile trail extends from downtown Richmond running southeast along scenic Route 5 to Williamsburg. …
