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Date & Location
NEW - kid shirts!
Date & Location
Saturday, October 15, 2022
- 51.7 mile multi-use, fully paved trail runs Jamestown-Richmond
- Choose your distance! Ride 1 mile or the full 52!; leisure walkers and groups with small children sometimes just explore a little around the meeting point - whatever you're comfortable with
Meeting Point: Indian Fields Tavern
(12 - 4 PM)
9220 John Tyler Memorial Highway
(just past mile marker 22)
Charles City, VA 23030
(804) 829-2200
Chance to win
NEW - kid shirts!
Date & Location
Back by popular demand!
All participants will be entered into a drawing to win a digital $200 Amazon gift card.
You do not need to be present to win!
NEW - kid shirts!
NEW - kid shirts!
NEW - kid shirts!
New this year!
Over the past few years, we've had some inquiries about youth-size shirts for our event. We are happy to offer youth sizes this year as a child registration (shirt-only) option.
See below for details!
PLEASE NOTE: kids are welcome to attend this event for FREE; only purchase a child registration if you would like a shirt for your child
Parking
Transportation
NEW - kid shirts!
There are several places to park your vehicle to ride for the day. Several past participants parked at the meeting point (tavern) and rode locally as far as they felt they could before turning back. Popular parking options are listed below along with their mile marker (MM) and approximate distances to the tavern. It should go without saying but keep in mind, the distance you ride to the tavern, you'll have to ride back after!
- Jamestown Settlement (MM 0: distance to tavern = 22 mi)
- Chickahominy Riverfront Park (MM 7-6; distance to tavern = 15 mi)
- Great Shiplock Park (MM 51; distance to tavern = 29 mi)
You can check out the full list of parking options on the trail map
Transportation
Transportation
Transportation
- Amtrak
- GRTC Pulse
- More details on the Virginia Capital Trail website
SCC volunteer(s) will be present on event day and can transport you to the mid-point or back to your vehicle if needed but please plan ahead - as the saying goes, don't bite off more than you can chew!
Camping
Transportation
Transportation
Interested in camping?
1350 John Tyler Memorial Highway
Williamsburg, VA 23185
This dog-friendly park offers campsites with beautiful views of the Chickahominy River and Gordon Creek, 2 bathhouses, an outdoor pool, boat ramp, kayak/canoe rentals, fishing, playground, and more!
If interested in joining at a group campsite, please contact virginiamosquito@gmail.com ASAP!
Emergency Support
Emergency Support
Emergency Support
Emergency Contact Information
Local Police
- James City County: 757-253-1800
- Charles City County: 804-652-4701
- Henrico County: 804-501-5000
- City of Richmond: 804-646-5100
Local Hospitals
- Sentara - 100 Sentara Circle, Williamsburg VA 23188
- Bon Secours - 1500 N 28th St, Richmond VA 23223
- John Randolph - 411 W Randolph Rd, Hopewell VA 23860
Trail Maintenance & Safety
https://www.virginiacapitaltrail.org/trailalerts
804-788-6455
Bike Rentals
Emergency Support
Emergency Support
Other Details
Emergency Support
Other Details
- Restrooms and convenience stores available along the route
- In addition to the campsite listed above, there are several B&Bs along the trail as well as hotels, inns, and other lodging options.
- Free audio tour of historical markers - download the izi.Travel app or go online here
- Make sure you and your equipment are prepared; bring an emergency repair kit/bike pump. Bike repair is available at several spots on the trail, mainly at start/end points.
Registration Options
Registration is now closed. Thank you all for your amazing support this year!
- $35 Full Registration includes:
- VMCA tote bag with t-shirt (pictured left) and other goodies
- light fare at the Indian Fields Tavern between 12-4 PM on event day
- 1 entry for a chance to win the $200 Amazon gift card
- Trail maps available upon request
- *$20 Child Registration:
- *PLEASE NOTE: kids are welcome to attend this event for FREE; only purchase a child registration if you would like a shirt for your child
- youth sizes S-XL available
- includes light fare at the Tavern
- DOES NOT include entry to Amazon gift card drawing or tote bag with goodies
- $20 Late Registration includes everything but the t-shirt!
- Receive a custom tote bag with VMCA goodies, enjoy some food at the Indian Fields Tavern on event day (12-4PM), and still get your entry for a chance to win the $200 Amazon gift card!
- Late registrations will be accepted up until the day before the event, October 14 at 12pm.
Make a Donation
Donations are always greatly appreciated! Feel free to make a donation of whatever amount you like. We (and ultimately, the students) appreciate all the support we get!
