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The Powhatan State Park is situated within the northwest corner of the state of Virginia’s Powhatan County along the banks of the historic James River. This state park features three different car-top boat slides that provide access to the river, in addition to a full-service campground, a campground for groups, a canoe-in primitive campground, a playground, picnic shelters, areas for wildlife observation, and several multi-use trails. The Powhatan State Park is home to a diverse wildlife habitat, such as upland hardwood forests and open fields. The park is open from dawn until dusk and is approximately 1,565 acres.

4616 Powhatan State Park Rd, Powhatan, VA 23139, Phone: 804-598-7148

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