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.

 

EXPERIENCE:

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.

 

TOUR 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

 

 

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