What we’re about
James River Hikers - Hiking With History takes pride in our reputation as a large welcoming community offering a variety of wholesome activities that will challenge, stimulate and entertain.
Want to explore Richmond's finest scenes, activities and venues with a community of nice local people who may become your new friends? If so, you'll love James River Hikers - Hiking With History.
Check out our calendar, and you'll find something for everyone. We do hikes, and other outdoor adventures, concerts, history, lectures, social and sporting events, parties, karaoke, volunteering for community support programs and much more.
While Event Organizers provide a framework for your Meetup experience, you are responsible for your own safety and well-being. By signing up for our Meetups, you acknowledge and agree that hiking, outdoor activities and any of our Meetups carry the risk of injury or even death, and that you accept those risks. Further, you understand and accept this disclaimer and agree not to bring any type of claim against the Event Organizers, James River Hikers or other participants.
Members are requested to not smoke during James River Hiker Meetups.
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Dennis, Founder of James River Hikers
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Apr 28, 10 AM ~ Oregon Hill Overlook to the PipelineOregon Hill Overlook, Richmond, VA
The hike begins at the Oregon Hill Overlook near the intersection of South Laurel Street and Oregon Hill Parkway. We will follow Tredegar Street to Brown's Island and access the Pipeline. Then we'll cross the river on the Mayo Bridge, hike the Flood Wall, and enjoy one of the best views of Richmond from the Manchester Overlook. We will follow the Buttermilk Trail, East west to Belle Isle, take a half a lap around it then recross the river on the Pedestrian Bridge below the Lee Bridge. One last little hill from Tredegar Street up to the starting point completes our hike.
This is a hike of approximately 4.6 miles over improved woodland trails, paved surfaces, rustic riverside paths and bridges. This hike will begin at the posted time, not five or ten minutes later. If you need help on directions, click on the small map under "How to Find Us to display a larger interactive map. When you select "Directions" (upper left) the best route from your location to the Meet Up rendezvous spot will be calculated for you.Participants should be able to maintain a pace of 2.5 miles per hour and possess the ability to negotiate rocks, roots, low hanging branches, uncertain footing on hills, bridges and toxic plants in season. There is no parking lot. On street parking is available on one side of Oregon Hill Parkway and on S Pine and S Laurel Streets.
• Anticipated Weather on Hike Day
James River Water Level• What to bring
Water bottle, clothing appropriate for the season, practical footwear, band aids, cap, aspirin.• Important to know
Rudimentary restroom facilities are available at the Potterfield Bridge and the Great Shiplock Park.