Celebrate National Picnic Month at One of These Area Parks
July is National Picnic Month. What better time to pack a picnic basket and head out to your favorite park with family and friends.
Part of the Richmond area's draw is our wealth of green spaces. It's not hard to find a soft patch of grass to spread out a blanket for the ultimate al fresco dining experience. With so many options available, we thought we would help you narrow down your choices.
Our REALTORS® take a look at five favorite parks and picnic spots in and around Richmond.
- Armour House at Meadowview Park – 4001 Clarendon Road, Henrico, VA 23223
When you're in the market for one of our Henrico homes for sale, you'll soon discover why Armour House & Gardens is an ideal setting for an afternoon picnic. Enjoy the view of the Victorian-style historic home located on the grounds. Visit the scenic walking trail, manicured gardens, or the flowing fountain before or after your meal. It's all located just minutes from the local elementary school. Many of the area's cultural and art events take place here, too.
- Bryan Park – 4308 Hermitage Road, Richmond VA 23227
A visit to Bryan Park is a fantastic way to get a breath of fresh air. It's especially rewarding for those who've just purchased one of the beautiful Richmond homes for sale! Found on the National Register of Historic Places, Bryan Park is known for its bird walks as well as its full calendar of festivals and events. A seasonal farmer's market takes place on Tuesday afternoons.
- Crump Park Playground and Meadow Farm Museum – 3400 Mountain Road, Glen Allen, VA 23060
Crump Park Playground is adjacent to the Meadow Farm Museum, an appealing historic site not far from Glen Allen homes for sale. Crump Park features one of the nicest and most expansive playgrounds, perfect for the kiddos to get their extra energy out. It's also adjacent to the Meadow Farm Museum, one of the county's last surviving 1800s-era farmsteads.
- Pocahontas State Park – 10301 State Park Road, Chesterfield, VA 28382
A short drive from Chesterfield homes for sale, you'll encounter the natural splendor of Pocahontas State Park. In addition to any number of places to host a picnic, you'll also discover an array of other outdoor activities like camping, hiking, and horseback riding. The 200-acre Swift Creek welcomes all kinds of boating, complete with rentals, and two beloved fishing lakes are nearby.
- Robious Landing Park – 3800 James River Road, Midlothian, VA 23113
Looking for a walk out in the great outdoors? Robious Landing Park is for you if you're considering Midlothian homes for sale. Robious Landing is one of the most convenient ways to picnic on the picturesque shores of the James River. With more than 100 acres of land, you'll find a wide range of picnic shelters and playgrounds to appreciate. There are plenty of scenic trails, too.
Often the process of buying a house seems like "no picnic." With help from Napier ERA, it can be easier than you ever imagined. Napier ERA combines local real estate insight with reliable customer service.
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