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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

01:10

16.4km

80m

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: July 7, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 2.67 km for 170 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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3.26 km

Huguenot Flatwater Park

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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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6.15 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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6.44 km

James River Park Pony Pasture

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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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7.24 km

Pony Pasture-Wetlands bridge

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

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7.84 km

Pony Pasture Park

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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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8.25 km

Pony Pasture

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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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16.4 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.05 km

4.53 km

2.47 km

1.77 km

1.60 km

710 m

217 m

Surfaces

7.42 km

5.24 km

3.24 km

444 m

Elevation

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Tuesday 7 July

29°C

22°C

74 %

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

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Pony Pasture rapids

James River Park Pony Pasture

Pony Pasture-Wetlands bridge

Pony Pasture Park

Pony Pasture

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