Explore the Park: Flood Wall Park

Things to do Here

Hiking & Walking
Scenic Views
Bird Watching
Swimming
Fishing
Picnics
Biking
Paddle Sports
Snorkling
Hiking & Walking
Scenic Views
Bird Watching
Swimming
Fishing
Picnics
Biking
Paddle Sports
Snorkling
Hiking & Walking
Scenic Views
Bird Watching
Swimming
Fishing
Picnics
Biking
Paddle Sports
Snorkling

Throughout its history, Richmond has battled historic floods. The Flood Wall, completed in 1995, helps protect neighborhoods like Shockoe Bottom and Manchester from extreme weather events. While narrow, it’s popular with runners, hikers, and river watchers. The trail can connect with the Richmond Slave Trail, the Canal Walk, the Robert E. Lee Bridge or the Belle Isle Pedestrian Bridge to form a circuit.

Fast Facts

Protecting Richmond

A series of gates and portals, tested each Spring, can be closed in the event of high water levels.

Parking

A small lot can be found at the south end of the 14th Street Bridge, just off of Hull Street.

Hours

Open from sunrise to sunset every day.

Report an Issue Form

To report an emergency please call 911 immediately. Please use this form to report an issue in the Park such as maintenance or trail issues. Thank you.

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