Squirrelin' Around

Location of Pocahontas State Park in Virginia

Where

Program Location: Visitor Center
Main Park Address: Pocahontas State Park, 10301 State Park Rd., Chesterfield, VA 23832.

When

Nov. 14, 2026. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Pop on your bright eyes and bushy tails and explore a trail through the eyes of a squirrel. Search high and low for habitat necessities like food and trees and see if you could survive in the park as a squirrel. Afterwards, get crafty and make your own squirrel call.

This ranger-guided hike is approximately 0.5 miles in length. All trails are hard packed gravel, suitable for strollers. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. Call (804) 796-4472 or email Rebecca.Whalen@dcr.virginia.gov for more information.

Know Before You Go: Before your visit, find the most up to date health and safety information HERE.

photo of a gray squirrel on a tree

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 804-796-4255
Email Address: Pocahontas@dcr.virginia.gov