The Virginia Capital Trail is a dedicated, paved pedestrian and bicycle trail that connects the Commonwealth’s past and present capitals of Jamestown and Richmond along the Scenic Route 5 corridor. The Trail traverses approximately 52 miles, four jurisdictions, and more than 400 years of history along one of the first inland routes in North America.
The Virginia Capital Trail is a 52-mile (83.59 km) paved multi-use path connecting Richmond to Jamestown, Virginia, with a gentle elevation gain of 7.02 meters. The trail follows historic Route 5 through four jurisdictions, offering cyclists and pedestrians access to Colonial-era landmarks, riverside views, and interpretive historical sites while linking Virginia's past and present capitals.