RICHMOND & AROUND

Pocahontas trails + an outdoor brewery stop

For a state-park walk close to Richmond, followed by an optional patio visit.

Sources checked Sep 23, 2026; selected details rechecked Sep 30, 2026 · Research-based

DCR lists Pocahontas about 30 minutes from Richmond. Check the route and traffic for your chosen patio.

Sources for the access notice: Virginia State Parks event calendar and Pocahontas park page · checked Sep 30, 2026.

STOP 01 / OPTION

Pocahontas State Park

Start with a trail walk. Choose a route from the current park map that suits your dog.

With your dog: Keep pets on a leash no longer than 6 feet, or confined, attended and cleaned up after. Pets cannot enter public buildings, food-service areas, designated swimming areas or yurts. Cabin guests pay $20 per pet per night.
Costs: Parking: Pocahontas $7 weekdays / $10 weekends (Apr–Oct weekend rate rule; Memorial Day/4th/Labor Day weekend rates). Boat/equestrian add-ons $3. Day-use parking required.
Getting there: Main entrance contact station / self-pay. Address: 10301 State Park Rd., Chesterfield, VA 23832. Overflow/extra vehicle fees may apply for overnight guests.
Hours: DCR lists the park as open daily from 7:30 a.m. to dusk and also gives 7 a.m. to dusk for general use; check the park page before you go. Park office: 9 a.m.–6 p.m. daily. Visitor center: 10 a.m.–4 p.m. daily.

Sources for this stop · Checked Sep 23, 2026; selected details rechecked Sep 30, 2026

STOP 02 / OPTION

Optional patio: Triple Crossing Fulton. Check current seating and pet rules before leaving.

With your dog: The venue confirms a dog-friendly patio. Plan to sit outside and confirm leash expectations with staff; indoor pet permission is not established.
Costs: No cover stated; food/beer menu priced on site.
Getting there: 5203 Hatcher St., Richmond, VA 23231. Confirm parking arrangements with the venue.
Hours: Mon–Sat 12PM–10PM; Sun 12PM–8PM.

Sources for this stop · Checked Sep 23, 2026; selected details rechecked Sep 30, 2026

STOP 03 / OPTION

Alternative patio: Hardywood West Creek. Choose this or Fulton to suit your route.

With your dog: Leashed dogs welcome in outdoor spaces (West Creek page). Dogs not permitted in indoor taprooms except service dogs .
Costs: No cover stated.
Getting there: On-site; overflow lot across from facility no longer available—carpool/rideshare encouraged (West Creek page).
Hours: Mon closed; Tue–Thu 2–9pm; Fri 2–10pm; Sat noon–10pm; Sun noon–8pm.

Sources for this stop · Checked Sep 23, 2026; selected details rechecked Sep 30, 2026

A leash no longer than 6 feet, waste bags, water and parking-fee payment.

Check current park and venue information before leaving. Admission, access and hours can change.