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Labor Day Adventure: James River Park Loop (Richmond) β 6.5 Miles π₯ΎππΊπΈ + Lunch AfterJoin East Coast Hikers this Labor Day for one of Richmondβs most iconic urban-nature loops: Buttermilk Trail + Belle Isle + North Bank Trail. Red, white, and trail shoes β letβs celebrate the holiday with river views, shaded woods, and a little rocky fun!
π Monday, September 7, 2026 (Labor Day)
β° Meet: 8:00 AM (start shortly after)
π Meet / Parking: 4190 Riverside Dr, Richmond, VA 23225
π₯Ύ Distance: ~6.5 miles (loop)
π Difficulty: Moderate (some rocky/uneven terrain)
πΆββοΈ Pace: Moderate (weβll regroup as needed)
β±οΈ Estimated hike time: ~2.5β3 hours (includes quick regroup/photo stops)
π Trail guide link: https://gohikevirginia.com/james-river-park-loop/
Trail Direction (weβll follow this order)
Reedy Creek Trailhead β Buttermilk Trail (east) β Dry Rocks β Belle Isle β cross back to the north side β North Bank Trail β Boulevard Bridge connection β reconnect to Buttermilk β back to Reedy Creek.
π» Bathrooms: Available near the meetup area and on Belle Isle during the hike.
β Bring: plenty of water (electrolytes encouraged), snacks, sunscreen/bug spray, hat/sunglasses, sturdy shoes (rocky spots), optional trekking poles.
π Optional theme: Wear a little red/white/blue or your favorite patriotic gear! πΊπΈ
πΆ Dogs: Welcome on leash
π΄ Heads-up: Shared-use trailsβwatch for mountain bikers, especially on Buttermilk.
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π Lunch Nearby (optional, after the hike)
Weβll grab lunch close by afterward. Popular nearby options:
β’ Legend Brewing Company (great for groups)
β’ The Continental (sandwiches/classics)
β’ Carytown (lots of choices if you want options)
Letβs get those miles in and celebrate Labor Day together! π₯ΎπΊπΈ
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