Forest Hill Park – Brown's Island loop from Woodland Heights

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Richmond

Forest Hill Park – Brown's Island loop from Woodland Heights

Hard

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(9163)

10,657

riders

Forest Hill Park – Brown's Island loop from Woodland Heights

01:20

15.8km

140m

Mountain biking

Hard mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 26, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 10.1 km for 124 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.90 km

Forest Hill Park

Highlight • Forest

Forest Hill Park is a 105-acre historic urban park. The park is home to bald eagle, river otter, and great blue heron, which are not common to find in an …

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2.75 km

Forest Hill Park

Highlight • Forest

A beautiful park in the heart of Richmond where you can walk, run and relax.

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7.21 km

T. Tyler Potterfield Memorial Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The Tyler Potterfield Bridge is built on the remains of an old hydroelectric dam. It's named for a former city planner and is open to pedestrians and cyclists and is wheelchair accessible.

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7.32 km

Brown's Island

Highlight • Natural

Brown's Island is a popular destination for running, walking and sightseeing. The park is home to the Emancipation and Freedom Monument. From the island there are also great views of …

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7.32 km

LOVE Sign on Brown's Island

Highlight • Monument

Located close to the heart of downtown, this park offers stunning views of the James River and Haxall Canal. Throughout the park, you'll find several statues, including the Emancipation and Freedom Monument.

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8.72 km

Belle Island

Highlight • Trail

Belle Island is a great place for a ride. The small island is on the James River and on it, you will find a mix of hills and flat single track. The trails are usually well maintained.

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11.1 km

JRPS Maintenance Access Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

JRPS Maintenance Access Trail is a flat, crushed gravel road. It is connected to the Reedy Creek trail and the Buttermilk Trail. It is not a very challenging path as …

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13.8 km

Forest Hill Park Lake

Highlight • Lake

Forest Hill Park Lake is a popular destination for boaters, fisherman and runners. There is a path that runs along the bank of the lake, so you can get a …

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15.8 km

End point

Bus stop

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