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Brown's Island – Historic Tredegar Iron Works loop from Richmond Main Street

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Brown's Island – Historic Tredegar Iron Works loop from Richmond Main Street

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(7675)

17,924

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Brown's Island – Historic Tredegar Iron Works loop from Richmond Main Street

01:34

6.11km

30m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 29, 2026

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Richmond National Battlefield Park

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.28 km

Haxall Canal

Lake

3.51 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.

Tip by

3.61 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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3.61 km

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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4.20 km

Historic Tredegar Iron Works

Highlight • Historical Site

Richmond was the capital of the Confederacy during the Civil War. Two key historic sites are located here: Chimborazo Hospital, the largest hospital camp of the Confederacy, and Tredegar Iron …

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5.38 km

James River and Kanawha Canal

Lake

6.11 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.99 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.51 km

890 m

537 m

136 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Today

Wednesday 5 August

31°C

22°C

83 %

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Brown's Island – Historic Tredegar Iron Works loop from Richmond Main Street

T. Tyler Potterfield Memorial Bridge

Brown's Island

LOVE Sign on Brown's Island

Historic Tredegar Iron Works

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