We are citizen stewards of the James River Park. We provide ongoing support for conservation, enhancement, and recreational enjoyment of the James River Park, while protecting its natural and historic environments.
Know the river level before venturing into the James River. Life jackets are strongly recommended at all water levels due to swift currents, hazards, and unknown depths. River levels between 4 – 5.5ft are ideal for paddle sports, swimming, and other river recreation, while levels above 6ft are much more hazardous. Click on each icon to explore conditions and events in the Park today.
Check the James River levels from the Westham Gauge before your trip
The River below Richmond is affected by ocean tides
Find out if it's too muddy to bike or hike today
Plan for sun and fun, and prepare for potential rain
See what's happening in & around the Park
DISCOVER THE JAMES RIVER PARK
This 600-acre urban oasis is a pristine bit of wilderness in the heart off Richmond.
For Earth Day, we’re doing a special kind of cleanup – a Litter Survey – and we need your help!
We’re swiftly coming up on our third year as organizers of the Wood River Run. Since getting involved in 2022, the Wood River Run has become one of our signature events.
For years the buck named Prince by local residents or also known as the Hollywood Buck was like a friend we were always happy to see.
Richmond Invasive Species Awareness Week, Sunday, March 3rd – Saturday March 9th, seeks to educate and empower the community to tackle the growing threat posed by invasive species to our local ecosystems.
This is the fifth year for the Wood River Run and the third year that it has been organized by us.
Friends of the James River Park is a private, not-for-profit organization, and is tax exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Federal EIN (tax ID) number 26-3587880.
Friends of the James River Park
P.O. Box 4453
Richmond, VA 23220
friends@jamesriverpark.org