Powhatan State Park Shelters Campground

About

Powhatan State Park Shelters are day-use picnic facilities located in the northwest corner of Powhatan County along the historic James River. The park, which opened in 2013 as Virginia's newest state park, features three large rental shelters suitable for group picnics and gatherings. Shelters 1 and 2 are positioned in upland areas on flat terrain with gravel pathways from parking. They are approximately 100 feet from restrooms and an accessible playground, with parking just 40 feet away. Shelter 3 offers a more scenic riverside setting within 300 feet of restrooms and near the boat launch, though primary parking is about 500 feet away. Each shelter includes picnic tables and a large charcoal grill but no electricity or water. Generators are not permitted. The facilities feature ADA-accessible design with extended picnic tables, gravel walkways, and smooth concrete floors. Rentals are available year-round from 6 a.m. to park closing (dusk).

Directions

From west of Richmond: Take I-64 west to exit 167 for VA-617 toward Oilville/Goochland. Turn left onto State Route 617/Oilville Road, then right onto US-250W for 0.8 miles. Turn left onto State Route 632 Fairgrounds Road for 3 miles, then left onto State Route 634 Maidens Road. At the stoplight, continue straight onto Route 522 (Maidens Road) for 1.9 miles to Route 617 west (Old River Trail). Turn right and go 1.5 miles to the park entrance on the right.