Have you seen 𝗣𝘂𝗺𝗽𝗸𝗶𝗻 𝗜𝘀𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 in Fredericksburg, VA? Head to the Rappahannock River on Riverside Drive near Fall Hill Avenue. You can see 𝗣𝘂𝗺𝗽𝗸𝗶𝗻 𝗜𝘀𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 right where the river curves along the Rappahannock River Heritage Trail. This is a great trail that connects to the Canal Path Trail. Here’s a little history about 𝗣𝘂𝗺𝗽𝗸𝗶𝗻 𝗜𝘀𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱Continue reading “Pumpkin Island”
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Rappahannock Heritage River Trail
The Rappahannock River Heritage Trail is a 1.6 mile asphalt stretch that connects the two parts of the Canal Path making a 3.1 mile loop. The trail, which is 10 feet wide, begins near the intersection of Princess Anne and Ford streets at one end of the Rappahannock Canal. It ends where Fall Hill AvenueContinue reading “Rappahannock Heritage River Trail”
Osprey Watching at Fredericksburg City Dock
I can’t believe that I’ve lived in the area for several years and have never been to the Fredericksburg City Dock. This historic dock dates back to George Washington’s day. Directly across the river is Ferry Farm where George Washington grew up. During the Battle of Fredericksburg the Union army had to cross the RappahannockContinue reading “Osprey Watching at Fredericksburg City Dock”