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Trails Summary and Maps
Trails are grouped below under their park locations. Some of the trails may continue through a park or natural area, either connecting you with another park or ending at a neighborhood access point. Many neighborhood entrances do not provide parking areas; however, there are many entrances that have space for vehicles.
Enjoy the natural resources of our trail system by following these simple rules:
- Trails are open from sunrise to sunset only.
- The collection of plant, animal, mineral and historic items is prohibited.
- Motorized vehicles are not allowed.
- Dogs must be leashed at all times.
- Alcoholic beverages are prohibited.
Entrances are clearly marked with signs that list the entrance names and distances to points along the trail. Multi-Use trails are suitable for strollers, in-line skaters and walkers of all ages. The Blackwater Creek Bikeway is handicapped accessible.
Use:
B = Biking
H = Hiking
MU = Multi-Use
BH = Biking & Hiking
| Surface | Miles | Difficulty | Use | |
| Blackwater Creek Natural Area | ||||
| Beaver Trail | Earthen | 1.6 | Easy | BH |
| Blackwater Creek Bikeway | Paved | 3.0 | Very Easy | MU |
| Creekside Trail | Earthen | 5.0 | Easy | BH |
| Elmwood Trail | Earthen | 0.4 | Easy | BH |
| Jefferson Park Trail | Earthen | 0.5 | Moderate | BH |
| Point of Honor Trail | Paved | 1.7 | Very Easy | Mu |
| Ruskin Freer Loop | Earthen | 2.1 | Moderate | H |
| Percival's Island/Riverfront Park | ||||
| RiverWalk | Paved | 2.3 | Very Easy | MU |
| Peaks View Park | ||||
| Ivy Creek Greenway | Earthen | 2.0 | Very Easy | MU |
| Ivy Creek Trail | Earthen | .05 | Moderate | MU |
| Riverside Park | ||||
| Alpine | Earthen | Moderate | H | |
| James River Heritage Trail | ||||
| Blackwater Creek Bikeway | Paved | 3.0 | Very Easy | MU |
| Point of Honor | Paved | 1.7 | Very Easy | MU |
| RiverWalk | Paved | 2.3 | Very Easy | MU |
James River Heritage Trail Map
Blackwater Creek Bikeway and Blackwater Creek Natural Area Trails Map