Walking the Virginia Capital Trail & Lunch at Poe’s Inn

we three started a bit late waiting for a no-show, but we also started with a good pace enjoying the sunny morning although walking into the sun.  Fortunately, I had remembered that this is an issue on this trail and recommended hats for all which made the walk really enjoyable.  It's no pleasure to squint for 5 miles. We enjoyed views of Rockets Landing and the many soybean and wheat fields that are surprisingly close to Richmond.  After 2 hours we reached our turn around point and headed back at a slightly quicker pace think of having a nice lunch at Poe's (as in Edgar Allan) Inn.  Another of the walkers that had to decline was able to meet up for lunch and we had a great time eating and chatting.

Come join us for a nice Saturday stroll on the Virginia Capital Trail beginning at Great Shiplock Park, travelling through Rocketts Landing (which has really grown) then along Old Osbourne Turnpike and surrounding farms before turning around and heading back for a late lunch at Poe’s Pub (2706 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23223) just a few blocks up the hill from Great Shiplock Park.  Total hike is about 10 miles (5 out and 5 back) of easy (mostly flat) paved pathway.

Bring comfortable shoes, a liter or two of water, snacks, and a hat (due to the low sun angle) to reduce glare.

Meet at the green sign (see picture)  2803 Dock St, Richmond, VA 23223 (Great Shiplock Park)