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Are trails open today?

8/8/2021

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This is a frequent question we see, many times on social media and also in messages we receive.  If you are a new trail user, you might be surprised to find out we close trails sometimes due to weather.  Our biking (and hiking) trails can be damaged when used during wet conditions.  To lessen damage and prevent unnecessary repair work, we follow the guideline of closing the trails for 24 hours for every 1 inch of precipitation.  

​PSP trail riders, we’ve made it easy to check the status of mountain bike trails at Pocahontas State Park.
(Always check status before you ride!)

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Onsite at the Loop Forest parking lot:
Mountain Bike Trail Condition Indicator:  Installed for easy visibility from your car or bike at the Loop Forest Parking lot kiosk. 
View up-to-the-minute mountain bike trail status overview via the lights on the front (the light blinks to show status) 
Green light = ALL TRAILS OPEN
Yellow lights =  SOME CLOSURES
Red light = ALL TRAILS CLOSED. 
 
 
Via your mobile device:
Open up the link below or scan the QR code using your phone's scanner.  Once open, go to your browser’s options and find “Add to Home Screen”.   This will add the website link button directly to your phone’s home screen so you can easily open and check the trail status like you would use an App from your phone.
http://www.fopsp.org/current-info.html

 

​Via the internet:
Visit our website any time for up to the minute trail status: 
http://www.fopsp.org/current-info.html
 
For current weather and weather history for the area, you can look up the weather station located at Pocahontas State Park on Weather Underground here:  https://www.wunderground.com/dashboard/pws/KVACHEST109
 

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Trails and parking, for frequent visitors, get an annual pass to PSP

9/16/2020

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As you may have noticed, the trail system has expanded in a big way at Pocahontas in the last 5 years.  As a result, users are finding access to the park through multiple parking area options including the "satellite" lots on the perimeter of the park.  Some of these parking lots have a payment box to purchase a day parking ticket but some do not.  As an option, you can purchase an annual pass for Pocahontas online for only $75.00.  The parking pass will allow you entrance into the park at any attended entrance and also at approved perimeter parking locations.

You can purchase an annual pass here.
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Know the Trail Ratings

7/19/2020

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Did you know that trails have ratings to define the difficulty level?  If you have ever snow skied before, you will recognize these symbols, but if not, after this short read you will!  

Hiking and biking trail developers have adopted the same symbols used for ski trails to quickly identify the relative difficulty of a trail in a trail system, ranging from "Easiest" to "Most Difficult". 

​The level of the trails in a system are defined based on all other trails in that system - this is an important point to realize as an "Easiest" trail in one system may not be the same as another "Easiest" trail in another system; however it should give a user a good point of reference for which trail to ride based on his/her ability.
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Easiest trails tend to have few or no obstacles, are relatively flat and wide, and have the shortest distances in a system.  This is a great place for the novice to start.  Easiest trails are marked with a green circle symbol.

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Intermediate trails tend to have more obstacles that have to be maneuvered over, slightly narrower and longer, with more elevation change.  Intermediate trails are marked with a blue square.

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Most-Difficult trails are also referred to as "Expert" level and will be the most narrow, more elevation change and  have obstacles that cannot be avoided.  In the case of bike trails, some trails may have jumps, logs and other features that will put a rider off the ground.  Users should not attempt this type of trail if not already comfortable riding Intermediate level trails.    Expert level trails are marked with either a single black diamond or multiple black diamond for "extra" difficult trail definition.

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Poca Go! race back by popular demand

7/3/2020

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Back for 2020, the enduro-style mountain bike race known as POCA GO! is scheduled for August 15, 2020.  For more information and registration, see here:  https://www.bikereg.com/poca-go2020#Notes
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The "Co-Op" trail most popular hiking trail at Pocahontas

2/26/2020

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Completed and opened to the public in the Spring of 2019, the new Co-Op trail became the most popular hiking trail in Pocahontas.  By the end of 2019, more than 18,000 users were counted, surpassing the total for the previously most popular hiking trail, the Beaver Lake trail.  The aptly named "Co-Op Trail" was built cooperatively through efforts of volunteers, DCR staff, and a professional trail build funded in large part by a grant from local outdoor retailer, REI Co-Op.  REI has been a constant supporter of outdoor conservation and outdoor recreation in the Richmond region.

The Co-Op trail head can be accessed near the day-use and Aquatic center.

REI Co-Op is located at 2020 Old Brick Rd, Glen Allen and online.    ​
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Temporary Lakeview Too trail closure

7/25/2019

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Effective Now - the Lakeview Too (2) trail will be closed entirely for construction of new cabins.  The trail is closed for reasons of safety due to heavy equipment operating in this area.  Once construction is completed, a reroute will be put in place to re-establish as much of the original trail as possible.  The cabins are part of the 30 year Master Plan for Pocahontas State Park.  Users can access Lakeview 1 and Lakeview 3 loops and use a portion of East State Park Rd to connect. ​

Detour details:
Use East State Park Rd or Fendley Station fireroad to connect Lakeview 1 (see Tap 1 point) to Lakeview 3 (see Tap 5 point), highlighted below:
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Managed hunt closures in Pocahontas State Park

11/24/2018

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Pocahontas State Park holds annual closures to help maintain the deer population.  Please note that all areas of the park south of Beach Road, including Bright Hope Horse Complex, will be closed Nov. 7-10 for a managed deer hunt. The entire park will be closed Dec. 4th-6th and 18th-20th for managed deer hunts.

For more information, see 
http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/pocahontas#general_information
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Freeze/thaw trail damage

1/15/2018

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If you've been watching our trail conditions you might be wondering why some of our trails are closed when others might be open?  This time of the year can be problematic for certain trails, especially newer "built" trails.  Some of the bike trails at Pocahontas are currently closed due to what's known as freeze-thaw conditions.  When there's moisture in the ground and then deep-freezing temperatures occur, the trail surface heaves up with ice crystals and is very fragile.  Any traffic on the surface will cause rutting and deformation of the trail which can ruin it and make a mess! 

Our trail builders and volunteers ask that you respect the closures to protect the trails from damage so that we can all enjoy riding instead of repairing! 

See www.fopsp.org for more details.
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Trailforks app

8/31/2017

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If you're looking for the latest trail app available with great map detail and tons of features, check out the Trailforks mobile app.  This free app not only has detailed maps for virtually any trail system in North America (including Pocahontas SP!), it also has features that allow users to report trail issues, plan rides, and it can also be connected to Strava.
​www.trailforks.com/apps/map/
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2016-17 Hunting Schedule for Pocahontas State Park

9/10/2016

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​ATTENTION PARK USERS
 
As you know, Pocahontas State Park was created for the use of many user groups.  In accordance with previous years, the park will be opening several delineated areas of the park for hunting.  There will be two different types of hunts this year and the dates are as follows:
 
1) Managed Hunts
- November 7-12, 2016 south of beach road only (Bright Hope area). This entire section will be closed to all users except hunters.
- December 5-7, 2016 the entire park will be closed to other users.
- December 13-15, 2016 the entire park will be closed to other users.
 
2) Permit Hunt (by permit only)
- This will be an archery only deer only hunt.
- Will be allowed Monday thru Thursday only (No hunting Friday through Sunday).
- Duration:  October 3, 2016 through February 23, 2017.
- Hunters will be required to be at least 50 yards away from any road, trail, or path intended for use by humans.
- The attached map shows the permitted hunt areas. Yes the swift creek trails area is included.
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