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Date & Location
Date & Location
Date & Location
Saturday, October 14, 2023
- 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: TBA (12 - 4 PM)
Chance to win
Date & Location
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!
Kid shirts!
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Kid shirts!
Over the past few years, we've had some inquiries about youth-size shirts for our event. We are happy to offer youth sizes again 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
Kid shirts!
There are several places to park your vehicle to ride for the day. Several past participants park at the meeting point and ride locally as far as they felt they could before turning back. Popular parking options are listed below along with their mile marker (MM).
- Jamestown Settlement (MM 0)
- Chickahominy Riverfront Park (MM 7-6)
- Great Shiplock Park (MM 51)
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.
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!
