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 …


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 …

historic hand-drawn map of coastal Virginia


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 …


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 …


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 …


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 …

tent and two kayaks in the grass next to an open bay

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 …

wooden kayak ornament hanging from a Christmas tree branch

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. …