Pedestrian bridge – Brown's Island loop from Richmond

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United States

Virginia

Richmond

Pedestrian bridge – Brown's Island loop from Richmond

Easy

4.8

(5888)

17,563

hikers

Pedestrian bridge – Brown's Island loop from Richmond

01:48

6.68km

90m

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: September 23, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.45 km

Flooded Quarry Pond

Highlight • Lake

An old, flooded quarry that has a boardwalk around the perimeter.

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3.69 km

Pedestrian bridge

Highlight • Bridge

A spiral staircase leads to a pedestrian walkway that crosses the railroad tracks. The bridge connects the Buttermilk Trail to the High Water, Low Water, and JRPS Maintenance Trails.

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3.84 km

22nd Street Parking and Stone Steps Trail Access

Highlight • Parking

One of several public parking lots at access points to the James River Park network. Some of the nearby trails are accessed by stone steps. A good option if other parking lots along the route are full.

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5.13 km

Old Manchester Bridge Overlook

Viewpoint

5.61 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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5.71 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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