Love the Trails.
Build the Community.
Ride the Stoke.

Let’s get things rollin’

Logo for the International Mountain Bicycling Association with the words "Trails. Advocacy. Community.".

Ride. Build. Belong.
Together we keep Richmond rolling.

We’re a crew of local trail lovers working to keep Richmond’s outdoor spaces alive and well. Whether we’re swinging shovels, hosting group rides, or just cheering each other on, we believe trails connect more than just places — they connect people.

If you’ve ever pedaled along Buttermilk, jogged through Forest Hill, or wandered Pocahontas, you’ve felt it too. The Richmond region’s trail network is something special — and it only stays that way when we all pitch in.

About Us ▸

Let’s Get Things Rollin’

Richmond mountain bike trails and trail riding

Trails

Richmond’s trails are unlike anywhere else — rugged, flowy, and right in the middle of the city. From the James River Park System to Pocahontas State Park, we help keep them ride-ready year-round.

Every trail day, every volunteer hour, every dollar donated helps make sure they stay that way.





Trail Info ▸
Trail build day stories and community events on Richmond trails

Stories

Get to know the people, places, and projects shaping our regional trail scene. From behind-the-scenes builds to local rider spotlights, our blog shares what’s happening on and off the trail.





Trail Talk ▸
Volunteers working on trail maintenance in RVA

Help Out

Our trails don’t build themselves — they’re built by people who care. Whether you volunteer, donate, or just help spread the word, you’re helping keep Richmond’s trail scene strong.

Be part of the story.





Let's Roll! ▸

❊ Upcoming Events

What’s Coming Up

There’s always something happening out on the trails — from volunteer dig days to community rides and festivals. Check out what’s next and come hang out with the crew.

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❊ FAQs

You’ve got questions,
we’ve got answers

  • Keep an eye on our social media - volunteer trail work days are announced there and then added to our event calendar, or shoot us an email if you're looking for a specific type of engagement.

  • Due to the high volume of users on multi-directional trails and to preserve trail stability, E-bikes are not allowed on the James River Parks Systems trails. In Virginia State Parks, like Pocahontas State Park, Class 1 and Class 2 e-bikes are permitted on any bike path or trail designated for such use. Please reach out to individual Parks networks before you ride if you are unsure if your bicycle is permitted.

  • As a general rule of thumb, all trail users should wait 24 hours for every inch of rain that falls - potentially more in the winter when there is less vegetation to absorb water and dangerous freeze/thaw cycles exist that deeply damage trail surfaces. Head to the "trails" page and scroll to the bottom for the "trail report," and follow on facebook or instagram for daily trail status updates.

  • For JRPS, we recommend Dogwood Dell and Forest Hill Park, though there are smaller free parking areas at many park trailheads. For Pocahontas State Park, users wishing to access the Swift Creek Trails may prefer to leave their car in the paid parking area located on Courthouse Road. To access Lakeview and Morgan trail networks, the main state parking lot provides the closest parking places. Virginia State Parks do have a structure for paid parking, so make sure you come prepared!

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❊ Take a Peek

Explore the trails

Richmond is home to miles of singletrack ready for your next quick after-work rip or big adventure. Take a glimpse at some of the trails below.

Join a Trail Day and see
what it takes to keep RVA rolling.

Volunteer group working on Richmond mountain bike trails
RVA community at Riverrock
Young mountain biker riding Richmond trails

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