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Picnicking at Pocahontas State Park

(804) 796-4255

10301 State Park Rd
Chesterfield, VA 23832

Latitude: 37.373973

Longitude: -77.571782

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A large picnic area is located near the Aquatic Recreation Center. It consists of many tables plus outdoor grills and a playground for children age 5-12. The park also has 7 picnic shelters that are all handicap accessible and have running water and outdoor grills. These all accommodate up to 50 or 100 people and can be found throughout the picnic area, not far from the pool, bath houses, playgrounds, and pay phones. The larger shelters are 2, 3, 4 and 5 and the shelters closest to the pool, boat area, and playground are shelters 1, 2, and 3. Shelter 5 has a chimney and fireplace.

Picnicking Amenities At Pocahontas State Park

Pool and Aquatic Recreation Center

A popular attraction at the park, this aquatic recreation center is located in the northern area close to the picnic shelters. It features several guarded pools of varying depths for visitors of all ages and swimming abilities. There are also two 15 feet high water slides for larger children and adults as well as a snack bar and locker rooms/showers. Use of this facility is free to campers and discounts are available to other overnight guests. The park does not refund money if the pool closes due to inclement weather etc.

Season/Hours: Memorial Day - Labor Day/10:00 A.M. - 7:00 P.M.
Fee: Park Fees
Location:37° 23.2783 -77° 34.5817

Picnic Area

Season/Hours: All Year/Call Park
Fee: Park Fees
Location:37° 23.2633 -77° 34.7950

Picnic Shelters

Rentals are from 8:00 am to sunset. Parking Fees, swimming and boating ARE NOT included in the rental fees for shelters. Large grills are located next to the shelters. No electricity or water is provided.Tax will be added to picnic shelter reservations. Call 1-800-933-PARK for Reservations.

Season/Hours: All Year/Full Day
Fee: Park Fees
Location:37° 23.2633 -77° 34.7950

Other Activities At Pocahontas State Park: Hiking, Biking, Boating and Water Sports, Camping, Educational Activities, Fishing, Gifts and Shopping, Horseback Riding, Hunting, Swimming, Wildlife Activities and Canoeing And Kayaking

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Picnicking at Pocahontas State Park

(804) 796-4255

10301 State Park RdChesterfield, VA 23832

Latitude: 37.373973

Longitude: -77.571782

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10301 State Park Rd
Chesterfield, VA 23832