Rivanna Trails Foundation upcoming events

RT Monthly Walk - October (17 Oct 2026)

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

On the third Saturday of every month, we host a guided walk along a section of the Rivanna Trail. Over the course of the year, we will cover the entire RT.

All walks are out-and-back, approximately two-hours in duration, and range from 3 to 6 miles each.

October walk: River North - Penn Park Loop
Meeting point: 1346 Pen Park Rd - Pen Park tennis court parking lot
Distance: 3 miles

Avon Street Improvements - Design Public Hearing (22 Oct 2026)

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT

VDOT has scheduled a Design Public Hearing to allow the public the opportunity to review preliminary plans, environmental documentation, property impact information, and tentative schedules for constructing a shared-use path along the east side of Avon Street between Avon Court and Druid Avenue. The session will be an informal open house with no formal presentation. Come out to see plans for what is a key link on the Rivanna Trail, and express your support for improving what is a dangerous road walk for hikers and bikers.

Three Notched Trail Public Meeting (26 Oct 2026)

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Review proposals for the Three Notched Trail and provide your input at Henley Middle School on October 26. (If you can't make the meeting, the route map and opportunities to share feedback will be online at www.engage.albemarle.org/three-notched-trail-master-plan starting October 27.)

Heyward Forest Guided Hike (04 Nov 2026)

Wed, 04 Nov 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Join a hiking tour with Charlottesville Parks and Recreation staff and get an introduction to new trails on the Heyward Community Forest property, adjacent to Ragged Mountain Natural Area. Learn about the natural history of this relatively new addition to the park system while learning to identify vegetation and wildlife habitat. The hike takes place on natural surface trails and covers about 2 miles with some hilly climbs.

Meeting Location: 1730 Reservoir Road - Parking area is the gravel parking lot on the right with a red "Heyward Community Forest" sign (if you find yourself on top of a big gravel hill overlooking the reservoir, you've gone too far!) The parking lot is crowded due to construction along Reservoir Road and interest from local bike clubs, so we strongly suggest arriving early.

Meeting Time: 5:00 pm at the Heyward Community Forest parking lot

Monthly Work Party (14 Nov 2026)

Sat, 14 Nov 2026 13:45:00 GMT

Please join us for our monthly work party. We will be working this month to maintain a section of the Trail. Meet at the RTF Tool Shed at 2030 Morton Drive.

If you are coming as part of a large group or have questions, please email us at info@rivannatrails.org so we can be prepared to keep everyone busy and equipped with tools.

RT Monthly Walk - November (21 Nov 2026)

Sat, 21 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

On the third Saturday of every month, we host a guided walk along a section of the Rivanna Trail. Over the course of the year, we will cover the entire RT.

All walks are out-and-back, approximately two-hours in duration, and range from 3 to 6 miles each.

November walk: River North - Pen Park to Dunlora
Meeting point: 1346 Pen Park Rd - Pen Park tennis court parking lot
Distance: 4 miles

Monthly Work Party (12 Dec 2026)

Sat, 12 Dec 2026 13:45:00 GMT

Please join us for our monthly work party. We will be working this month to maintain a section of the Trail. Meet at the RTF Tool Shed at 2030 Morton Drive.

If you are coming as part of a large group or have questions, please email us at info@rivannatrails.org so we can be prepared to keep everyone busy and equipped with tools.

RT Monthly Walk - December (19 Dec 2026)

Sat, 19 Dec 2026 15:00:00 GMT

On the third Saturday of every month, we host a guided walk along a section of the Rivanna Trail. Over the course of the year, we will cover the entire RT.

All walks are out-and-back, approximately two-hours in duration, and range from 3 to 6 miles each.

December walk: River North - Belvedere
Meeting point: SOCA Field House - 875 Belvedere Blvd
December distance: 4 miles

Monthly Work Party (09 Jan 2027)

Sat, 09 Jan 2027 13:45:00 GMT

Please join us for our monthly work party. We will be working this month to maintain a section of the Trail. Meet at the RTF Tool Shed at 2030 Morton Drive.

If you are coming as part of a large group or have questions, please email us at info@rivannatrails.org so we can be prepared to keep everyone busy and equipped with tools.

Monthly Work Party (13 Feb 2027)

Sat, 13 Feb 2027 13:45:00 GMT

Please join us for our monthly work party. We will be working this month to maintain a section of the Trail. Meet at the RTF Tool Shed at 2030 Morton Drive.

If you are coming as part of a large group or have questions, please email us at info@rivannatrails.org so we can be prepared to keep everyone busy and equipped with tools.

Monthly Work Party (13 Mar 2027)

Sat, 13 Mar 2027 13:45:00 GMT

Please join us for our monthly work party. We will be working this month to maintain a section of the Trail. Meet at the RTF Tool Shed at 2030 Morton Drive.

If you are coming as part of a large group or have questions, please email us at info@rivannatrails.org so we can be prepared to keep everyone busy and equipped with tools.

Monthly Work Party (10 Apr 2027)

Sat, 10 Apr 2027 12:45:00 GMT

Please join us for our monthly work party. We will be working this month to maintain a section of the Trail. Meet at the RTF Tool Shed at 2030 Morton Drive.

If you are coming as part of a large group or have questions, please email us at info@rivannatrails.org so we can be prepared to keep everyone busy and equipped with tools.

Monthly Work Party (08 May 2027)

Sat, 08 May 2027 12:45:00 GMT

Please join us for our monthly work party. We will be working this month to maintain a section of the Trail. Meet at the RTF Tool Shed at 2030 Morton Drive.

If you are coming as part of a large group or have questions, please email us at info@rivannatrails.org so we can be prepared to keep everyone busy and equipped with tools.

Monthly Work Party (12 Jun 2027)

Sat, 12 Jun 2027 12:45:00 GMT

Please join us for our monthly work party. We will be working this month to maintain a section of the Trail. Meet at the RTF Tool Shed at 2030 Morton Drive.

If you are coming as part of a large group or have questions, please email us at info@rivannatrails.org so we can be prepared to keep everyone busy and equipped with tools.

Monthly Work Party (10 Jul 2027)

Sat, 10 Jul 2027 12:45:00 GMT

Please join us for our monthly work party. We will be working this month to maintain a section of the Trail. Meet at the RTF Tool Shed at 2030 Morton Drive.

If you are coming as part of a large group or have questions, please email us at info@rivannatrails.org so we can be prepared to keep everyone busy and equipped with tools.

Loop de'Ville 2027 (26 Sep 2027)

Sun, 26 Sep 2027 04:00:00 GMT

Join us on Sunday, September 26, for Loop de'Ville, our annual celebration of the Rivanna Trail! We'll have guided hikes, bike rides, runs, and family-friendly walks. Join us to experience the full Loop or a shorter segment of the trail.

Full details are at loopdeville.org.