Top trails (26)
- Beaver Lake TrailThis trail has beautiful vistas, moderate inclines, and a continuous view of the lake. It is wide, easy to follow, and a great trail for hikers of all ages. Anyone fishing in Beaver Lake should be familiar with Virginia state fishing rules that are in place here. Bikes are not allowed on this trail.
- Forest Exploration Trail to Loop Forest TrailEasy•4.6(531)#4 - Forest Exploration Trail to Loop Forest TrailLength: 3.8 mi•Est. 1h 20m
- Bright Hope Trail and Otter Lick LoopEasy•4.6(403)#7 - Bright Hope Trail and Otter Lick LoopLength: 6.8 mi•Est. 2h 16m
- Blueberry Hill Loop MTBPlease note that this trail is for mountain biking only. There are other trails in Pocahontas State Park that are exclusively for hiking.
- Fendley Station TrailThis loop involves crossing Swift Creek. Water levels fluctuate greatly, and it is not recommended you attempt to cross following recent rain.
- Powerline and Swift Creek Trails LoopEasy•4.5(437)#10 - Powerline and Swift Creek Trails LoopLength: 1.9 mi•Est. 41mThis trail is on gravel fire roads with a little bit of elevation. There is pretty scenery. Accessibility: There are no designated accessible spaces in the gravel parking lot off of Beach Road at the south end of the trail. There do not appear to be any designated accessible parking spaces within 1.0 miles of the trailhead. The trail surface is a gravel road. It is typically at least 8 feet wide. There is a double track along some of the trail, which may have a raised center section and...
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Helpful reviews of trails in Pocahontas State Park
My favorite trail in Pocahontas so far. Mixture of dirt, gravel and you’re required to cross several roads along the way.
Crossing Swift Creek was the highlight of my hike. Make sure to bring some water shoes or flip flops to make the crossing.
Really not a lot to see but you are in the great outdoors.
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Frequently asked trail questions about Pocahontas State Park
Where is the best place to hike in Pocahontas State Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Pocahontas State Park is Beaver Lake Trail, which has a 4.6 star rating from 2,031 reviews. This trail is 2.7 mi long with an elevation gain of 187 ft.
What is the longest trail in Pocahontas State Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Pocahontas State Park is Fendley Station Trail. This trail is estimated to be 13.8 mi long.
How many trails are in Pocahontas State Park?
There are 26 trails in Pocahontas State Park. These trails have an average 4.4-star rating from 9,058 AllTrails community reviews.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Pocahontas State Park?
If you're looking for elevation gain, Pocahontas State Park has you covered. Fendley Station Trail boasts the most elevation gain with 823 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Lakeview MTB Loop 1, 2, and 3, which will get you 547 ft of elevation gain.
Are there running trails available in Pocahontas State Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 8 running trails in Pocahontas State Park and the most popular is Beaver Lake Trail with an average 4.6 star rating from 2,031 community reviews.
Are there biking trails available in Pocahontas State Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 18 biking trails in Pocahontas State Park and the most popular is Bright Hope Trail with an average 4.5 star rating from 700 community reviews.
