Two Day Adventure: Williamsburg, Chippokes Plantation, VA Capitol Trail

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Join us for an exciting two-day E-Bike adventure on Saturday and Sunday, May 2-3, 2026! This unique trip, organized by Bernie, combines scenic rides, historic exploration, Amtrak train ride, ferry ride and camaraderie among fellow riders.
Our 2025 Williamsburg Adventure was a huge success with 10 participants. Here is short video compiled by Michael with a few of the many highlights. Two Day Adventure: Williamsburg to Richmond on the Virginia Capital Trail

The below RWGPS routes will surely change prior to our departure. They are only provided here to show approximate routes. Final routes will be posted to all participants prior to adventure.

Bicentennial Park to Jamestown Museum · Ride with GPS
Virginia Capital Trail: Jamestown to Richmond · Ride with GPS
Scottland thru Chippokes Plantation and Surry Seafood · Ride with GPS

Itinerary Highlights:

• Saturday Morning: Meet at Richmond Main Street Amtrak Station by 8:30 AM to load bikes for transport on bike shuttle. Bikes will not be transported on Amtrak train. The train departs at 9:34 AM to Williamsburg, arriving at Williamsburg 10:36 AM. Fare: $13.00. 2-day parking pass $12.00
• Saturday Activities: Explore Williamsburg independently or with small groups and having lunch. At 1:00 PM we will regroup at Bicentennial Park and ride via the Colonial Parkway to and thru Jamestown National Historic Park ($20.00 fee to enter exhibits). Park closes at 5 PM
• At 2:30pm we will ride the Jamestown ferry across the James River to Scottland.
• From there we will enjoy the scenic Virginia countryside thru Chipppokes Plantation State park.
• Before returning to the Jamestown ferry we will enjoy dinner at the Surry Seafood Co. on Grays Creek. https://surryseafoodco.com/
• LODGING: Although you will find many options in such a popular tourist area both hotels, Airbnb's, Etc. Distance to Sunday's starting location should be considered. A good option to consider is the Hilton Vacation Club the Historic Powhatan Williamsburg. It has 1 B/R to 4 B/R Suites. Lodging at Powhatan was well received by previous participants. Regardless of where you choose it is highly recommended you choose the full refund for cancellation in case of unexpected circumstances that may arise. Getting a group together to share a suite will decrease your lodging expense if you can book early. We suggest booking lodging as soon as possible.
• Sunday: After breakfast, we’ll embark on a stunning ride back to Richmond along the Virginia Capital Trail. Along the way we will stop to have an enjoyable lunch with everyone at the Indian Fields Tavern. Home | Indian Fields Tavern

Details:

• Minimal elevation, mostly flat terrain.
• Participants are responsible for their own accommodations. Shared options may reduce costs and highly encouraged as Powatan is private bedrooms in a suite.
• The only required fees are the Amtrak fare, bike shuttle fee TBD, optional Jamestown entry fee and $6.00 day parking at Richmond Amtrak Station.
• Bike transport logistics and additional details will be finalized based on participation.
• A Support vehicle may be available but not yet confirmed. Bernie is looking for someone who is willing to be available with a vehicle capable of bike transport that can be called for emergency issues both minor medical and mechanical. Not a baggage transport. Contact Bernie directly if interested in more information.

Action Items: If interested, please confirm your participation by April 1st 2026. It is highly suggested that you book your lodging as soon as possible. For planning purposes Bernie ask you keep your status updated if your plans change.

The Virginia Capital Trail (VCT) is a paved bicycle and pedestrian trail crossing four counties and 51.7 miles (83.2 km) between Jamestown and Richmond, Virginia — that is, between the Colony of Virginia's first capital and Virginia's current capital.

Construction began in 2006 and completed to Jamestown in October 2015. With the Williamsburg extension, the trail extends approximately 62 miles (100 km).

Just across the James River from historic Jamestown in beautiful Surry County, Chippokes Plantation State Park is one of the oldest continually farmed plantations in the country. A working farm since 1619.

As usual, non-assisted bikers are most welcome.

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