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Pony Pasture Rapids
7310 Riverside Dr, Richmond, VA 23225
Metropark🪢 Leash required
75 acres · 2 miles of trails
⭐ 4.7
1,820 reviews
Pony Pasture Rapids in Richmond along the James River draws dogs to its popular swim and wade spots under leash rules. Site provides shade, water, parking, and trash cans. Watch for swift currents.
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- Park
- Pony Pasture Rapids
- Type
- Metropark
- Location
- Richmond, Virginia
- Coordinates
- 37.5414, -77.5219
- Size
- 75 acres
- Trail miles
- 2
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.7 / 5 (1,820 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 6.9 / 10 — Solid
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:No
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
Dog Parks Hub Vibe Score™
6.9/ 10
Solid
- · ★ 4.7 from 1,820 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
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Dog policy
James River Park unit — most popular swim/wade area for dogs in Richmond. Leashed.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Trash cans
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