May 3, 3 PM, Pocohontas Beaver Lake Hike Sunday

The Beaver Lake Trail at Pocahontas State Park is a popular, family-friendly 2.5-mile loop trail in Chesterfield, VA, known for its scenic lake views, wildlife, and a historic CCC-built dam. Rated as easy, this shaded trail features boardwalks, a fishing pier, and a gravel path, making it ideal for walking, hiking, and leashed dog.

Key Details for Beaver Lake Trail:

Location: Pocahontas State Park, 10301 State Park Rd, Chesterfield, VA.

Length: Approximately 2.5 miles (4.6 km) loop.

Difficulty: Easy/Low-intermediate (150–200 ft elevation change).

Highlights: A stone dam/waterfall, two fishing docks, boardwalks over wetlands, and plentiful wildlife like turtles and heron.

Accessibility: A portion is stroller-friendly near the CCC Museum, but some areas have tree roots.

Parking: A standard parking/admission fee per vehicle applies
$7 weekday $10 weekends