Texas Beach

Gorgeous! Always a good time. Lots of fauna and cool art! Many places to chill and sit down. Or you can go kayaking on the river. I love taking photos here. Thanks to all the people who keep the tails maintained.

First and foremost the bridge is closed. I’m not endorsing one way or another to get to Texas Beach. However, once you get there, it’s a beautiful hike. It’s about an hour in and out, the start point being the north point park. There are sandy spots to post up and swim. It was my first time here and there were only a few people that I saw the entire time. It’s a lot of fun to feel that far in the wild while being in the city. There are ruins of an old mill, lots of bridges, AND a copious amount of snakes (I saw a three footer). I personally like pipeline better for swimming and it’s more accessible. The Texas Beach trail runs up to Pump House as well. Lovely little hike.

Never been, but I had researched this park previously. The bridge over the train tressel was closed. There was a thick granite rock path. They grade of granite they used to make a path down are about the size of your hand and are easy to roll your ankles. This park is not for you if you have any sort of knee, hip or back issues. I just did a circle and came right back to the car. I noticed other people doing the same.

Beautiful place for swimming, fishing, picnicing, or just trail walking. There are many trails in the area so you are sure to find one you like. The spiral staircase you take to get to the beach is awesome and I love the murals that are on it. Great place to hang out with friends and/or family.

Amazing place to go. May want to be 420 friendly if you are heading here also okay with drinking. It seems to be the place young people go to swim the river and tube. But i would strongly suggest to check it out a great hidden spot in Richmond.