All Ages Adventures
Virginia’s abundant recreation scene means that there’s something to do for just about everyone, whether you’re an experienced hiker or kayaker looking for a challenge or a parent looking to pass along a love of the outdoors.
Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel
Richmond is one of a few locations worldwide that boasts urban whitewater rafting, with the country’s only Class III-IV rapids inside the limits of a major city.
High Bridge Trail State Park, Prince Edward County
Virginia Safari Park, near Natural Bridge in Rockbridge County, is Virginia’s only drive-through zoo, home to more than 1,200 free-roaming animals, including giraffes, cheetahs, and rhinos.
Colonial Parkway, Williamsburg
Burke Lake Park in Fairfax County offers a great respite from city life in Northern Virginia, with mini golf and disc golf courses, a popular fishing reservoir, and a miniature steam engine that offers rides through the park.
Richmond
The James River and Kanawha Canal in downtown Richmond are great warm-weather destinations to stroll the Canal Walk or take a boat tour and learn about the area’s rich history.
Olde Mill Golf Resort, Carroll County
The Appomattox River flows from Appomattox County to the James River at City Point in Hopewell. The portion that passes through Petersburg is popular with local kayakers.
