Virginia Capital Trail

Richmond Riverfront Phase

The Canal Walk will serve as the Richmond terminus of the Virginia Capital Trail. It will connect the trail with canal and James River amenities, as well as growing retail and residential areas.

This phase is divided into three sections:

Section One

• One-mile segment from Canal Walk to Great Ship Lock
• Partnership between the commonwealth, city of Richmond, Venture Richmond and CSX Transportation
• The groundbreaking ceremony for construction of this phase was held Aug. 15, 2007.

Section Two

• Three-quarter mile segment from Great Ship Lock Park to Intermediate Terminal
• Development of public park along riverfront

Section Three

• Privately financed 1.5-mile segment from Intermediate Terminal to Henrico County through the Village of Rockett’s Landing
• Trail adjacent to river along rail line

Cost: $2 million, partially paid with private funds

Status: Completion in 2008