The Appomattox River Trail & Park System

The ART is a 25-mile long greenway and blueway from the Brasfield Dam in the west, over the Fall Line, to the Appomattox River’s confluence with the James in the East. Traversing six cities and counties and three distinct topographies:  piedmont, fall line, and coastal, the ART is a major destination and a true gem for residents and visitors in the Tri-Cities region. Whether you’re looking for an urban getaway or to get away from it all, the ART can take you there!

 

Interactive Map

If you are looking for a park or trail along the Appomattox River, this interactive map is a great place to start and works on your computer or phone. After you click the button at the bottom-right corner of the map to open in a new tab, you can then click the button to find where you are.  Very handy when you are on the trail or river!

Printable Map

Download and print our Explore the Appomattox River Trail brochure map to take with you on your next outdoor adventure.  This map is produced by FOLAR and Crater Planning District Commission and is funded in part by the Virginia Coastal Zone Management Program.  You can pick one up at a local visitor center or request one by emailing contactus@folar-va.org.

View the River

Want to check out the river before you get on the water?  Take a look at Terrain 360 for an interactive river view and map that takes you from the old Harvell Dam (near Petersburg/Colonial Heights) to the confluence with the James River in Hopewell.  The Terrain 360 map gives you a “streetview” of the river and includes tide predictions, current temperature and wind conditions.

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