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James River Park Pipeline Walkway

Name: James River Park Pipeline Walkway
Address: 310 S 14th St, Richmond, VA, US

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Kathryn

November 9, 2018

Class V rapids right in the middle of downtown

Benedict

January 29, 2022

This walk is a little hidden away, but absolutely worth the hunt! A truly unique experience, visitors walk along a catwalk above a pipeline or, especially when the water is a little higher, directly over the James River rapids! The walk ends at Brown's Island, which also has many fun things to do.

Shawn & Melissa

May 20, 2019

Really cool cat-walk type path that runs along a pipeline right at the water's edge of the james river. Directly overhead is a railroad bridge. Picnic on one of the sandy beaches, watch kayakers do tricks in the class III rapids, go for a swim, observe the wildlife on the little island across the water that houses the Great Blue Heron Rookery. To access: "One entrance is on the river side of the floodwall, just west of 14th Street. The other entrance takes a little bit of exploring on the eastern edge of the park on Brown's Island. Look for the trail to duck down to the edge of the river behind the old ice cooler that's kept there for summer concert performance. A dirt path runs through the woods along the water's edge before leading you to the pipeline."

Kelley

November 14, 2019

A most unusual, narrow, out and back walk that hovers just above the river. Average balance and good shoes recommended. Come prepared for a dip in the river if it’s hot and the water level is gentle. It can be tricky for first timers to find so use the photos below as a guide. Find parking where you can near La Diff furniture store on 14th St, circled in photo (they do have their own pay lot). Cross 14th St at La Diff and walk toward the river, picking up foot path on the right, just before you reach the bridge. Cross railroad tracks and look left for trailhead entry and sign. Entry has a 5 rung ladder down to start trail.