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James River Park Pony Pasture – Pony Pasture loop from University of Richmond

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James River Park Pony Pasture – Pony Pasture loop from University of Richmond

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James River Park Pony Pasture – Pony Pasture loop from University of Richmond

01:12

16.3km

70m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 1, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 2.52 km for 170 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

1

3.10 km

Huguenot Flatwater Park

Highlight • River

This is one of the more secluded stretches of parkland along the James River; if you're okay with running along Riverside Drive, which doesn't have much of a shoulder but …

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2

6.02 km

Pony Pasture rapids

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Class II rapids that are popular with kayakers during times of high water, and with waders when the water level is low. You might see visitors exploring the shallows during the hot, summer months.

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3

6.31 km

James River Park Pony Pasture

Highlight • River

The trails in Pony Pasture Park offer a nice loop run. Please pay attention to where you're going: Partly to watch out for slower-moving folks on this shared-use trail, but …

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4

7.10 km

Pony Pasture-Wetlands bridge

Highlight • Bridge

A small wooden footbridge connects the Pony Pasture area with the nearby park known as the Wetlands.

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5

7.71 km

Pony Pasture Park

Highlight • River

Pony Pasture Park is a very popular spot for mountain biking, hiking and bird watching. The park is located on the banks of the James River and has picnic spots, restrooms and areas for fishing.

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6

8.12 km

Pony Pasture

Highlight • River

Pony Pasture is a very popular spot for running, hiking and bird watching. There are also picnic spots, restrooms and areas for fishing.

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14.9 km

UR EcoCorridor

Forest

B

16.3 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.55 km

3.44 km

2.98 km

2.62 km

1.61 km

710 m

372 m

Surfaces

6.47 km

6.16 km

3.18 km

473 m

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