Three Lakes Park & Nature Center

Category: Park in Richmond, Virginia

Address: 400 Sausiluta Dr, Richmond, VA 23227, USA

Phone: +18046521470

Opening hours

Sunday: 7AM–7PM

Monday: 7AM–7PM

Tuesday: 7AM–7PM

Wednesday: 7AM–7PM

Thursday: 7AM–7PM

Friday: 7AM–7PM

Saturday: 7AM–7PM

Reviews

Annette Clark

Jul 31, 2022

We had a wonderful send-off for North Carolina A&T new students. The Richmond Alumnae Chapter hosted it.

Kat Hal

May 31, 2022

Haven't been here in 8 years. The last time I went, I visited the nature center which is now closed. That didn't affect me today because dogs aren't allowed in the buildings. Great park. I spent one hour on one of the trails. Not crowded. Ran into 3 people on a weekday around 11. Most of the people I saw were at the playground. Nice place to visit if you love nature and water. Serene. Glad dogs are allowed. A few benches are along the trail. Wish I lived near so I could go more often.

J. Miller

Mar 13, 2022

I walk and run the trails of this park very often. It is generally clean and the grounds are well kept. Plenty of shade offered around the lakes with other shaded spots and shelters near the playgrounds. The Nature Center is small and worth a walk through, if just to see the pier and small lakeside aquarium. The playgrounds and bathrooms on the opposite side of the park from the trails - genius - keeping things quiet. It's a very dog friendly park, and I'm grateful to all owners who pick up after their pet.

Tina Farnsworth

Dec 29, 2021

I enjoyed visiting Three Lakes very much. I am from another state, and I was in Virginia as a precursor to a possible move. I visited several parks local to Richmond and enjoyed them all. Three Lakes was the largest of the parks I visited. There were several walking trails that were easy to maneuver with my dog. There were signs indicating what trees and foliage was on the sides of the trails as well. I was impressed to see several other human/dog visitors. Unfortunately I was there on a day that the visitor center was closed. If I do find myself living in the Richmond area, I can guarantee I will visit Three Lakes frequently. I have several more photos, but unfortunately having difficulty with the files. This pair of water foul were absolutely hysterical. They looked like an old married couple, deep in a squabble.

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Questions & Answers

Are you allowed to fish

James Lynch | Dec 10, 2018
Ed Harper | Dec 11, 2018

There are three lakes here(surprising, huh?). The lake by the nature center you can't fish at. The lakes on either side you can fish at, lots of good spots.

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Hello, are pets allowed? (Small dogs)

Christopher G (CMG) | Dec 10, 2018
Ben Tutwiler | Dec 11, 2018

Yes, pets allowed. Please pick up after them- no dookie bags included.👹 Please,no large animals like horses, lions, tigers,bears,giraffes, hippopotamus or elephants. Thank you for keeping our parks clean.👍👍🐫💩🐖🐎🐅🐆🐘💩🐷🐢🐢🐢🐢

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How many picnic tables are there per shelter?

Imani Moss | Jul 12, 2021
Janice Venson | Jul 13, 2021

There are several tables.

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Are there restrooms

Tieara Scott | Jun 12, 2021
Giorgio Brown | Jun 13, 2021

Yes the park is great

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Can you hold a wedding here with pavilion and restroom access for under 100 people?

Alicia Reynolds | Dec 10, 2018
Trinnette | Dec 11, 2018

I'm pretty sure you can but it would have to be planned well in advance.

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Has anyone ever Kept and Ate any fish out of Three Lakes??? I've caught plenty, but I've heard I shouldn't eat them.. Dunno why

Trollin on the RVA | Dec 10, 2018
Trollin on the RVA | Dec 11, 2018

U definitely can Fish out there! I been going every week

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Can you reserve the grill and tables

Charlotte Myers | Dec 10, 2018
Michelle Hernandez | Dec 11, 2018

You can reserve a shelter which includes the grills.

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Can you rent the park

Sa Green | Dec 10, 2018
Susan McCord | Dec 11, 2018

No. Call Henrico County Parks and Recreation to enquire further for your specific needs.

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How much is the entrance for adults and children

carlos de la concha | Oct 10, 2021
Shir Ley | Oct 11, 2021

It's free for all.

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Has the nature center been reopened to regular hours?

Jason Phillips | Aug 11, 2021
Kim Long | Aug 12, 2021

Sat and sunday 11am-4 pm. There is a temperature check when entering building

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Are there any poisonous snake's

Ediel chacon | Dec 9, 2020
hunter mccarty | Dec 10, 2020

Venomous *, and yes, saw a copperhead last week

Can fish out of a cayack

Donnie Stalls | Dec 9, 2020
Erin Bowman | Dec 10, 2020

No. No access to putting anything in the lake. You can fish from the dock.... but you cannot use a kayak or a boat.

Can we walk the trails after hours?

Glenda U | Dec 9, 2020
Stephanie | Dec 10, 2020

The park closes and the gate locks

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What time the walking trails close

David Colona jr | Dec 10, 2019
Kalin Demirov | Dec 11, 2019

Before it gets dark

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Can you put a small boat in there

Karl Grooms | Dec 10, 2019
K Harris | Dec 11, 2019

I don't think so.

Are the trails wheelchair friendly?

Kathryn Krieger | Dec 10, 2019
Will Vehrs | Dec 11, 2019

I would say that the trails immediately across the parking lot from the playground are--wide, flat, minimal roots or other obstacles.

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Can Driftwood be taken from here?

Kathryn Krieger | Dec 10, 2019
Ally O | Dec 11, 2019

I wouldn't think so. There is a sign that says not to remove animals or plant life.

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Can you swim at 3 Lakes?

Cynthia Gearing | Dec 10, 2019
Kimberly Sykes | Dec 11, 2019

No not unless they put a pool in recently but they have a amazing playground and aquarium inside the visitor center

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How much does it cost

Nancy Brown | Dec 10, 2019
Letitia Washington | Dec 11, 2019

Everyone is correct! It's free!

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Can you skate here?

latisha pulliam | Dec 10, 2019
Christopher Winkler | Dec 11, 2019

No. There are not any good areas for skating, any way. Now, if you're talking about letting your toddler roller skate with your supervision, that's probably okay. But adults roller or board skating is not allowed.

Are dogs allowed ?

Lapas Ledford | Dec 10, 2019
Trinnette | Dec 11, 2019

Yes, leashed dogs are welcomed there.

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Is this park dog friendly

Andrea Marcinkevicius | Dec 10, 2019
Melvin Thomas | Dec 11, 2019

As long as you clean up behind your dog, as a responsible owner, it is. Also, be respectful, and not like those who act as if they and their pet are the exception to the rules, and keep your dog on leash. You, and your pet, will have a safe time at one of the Richmond area hidden gems.

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Will they adopt a pet turtle that I can no longer take care of?

isaiah collins | Dec 10, 2019
Kimi W | Dec 11, 2019

You should call and ask

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I have 2 Labs. Are they allowed in the lakes?

Kathy Chernicky | Dec 10, 2018
Kay C | Dec 11, 2018

Yes

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Is the park closed on Mondays?

Hwn Tyme | Dec 10, 2018
Greg Vollmer | Dec 11, 2018

No, but the Nature Center is. Park is open daily dawn to dusk

Can dogs swim in the lake?

Ken Pedersen | Dec 10, 2018
Jon Brightwell | Dec 11, 2018

Yes but ill advised. Many lost hooks in the lakes

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Can you fish there?

William O Spratley jr | Dec 10, 2018
Andrew Randell | Dec 11, 2018

Make sure you take your fishing license. The police do come around and check.

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Can you put your feet in the water

Chauntay Myers | Dec 10, 2018
Jack jack Bullock | Dec 11, 2018

No

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Do you have to reserve if you want to plan a picnic with about 50 people? Do you need a park pass?

Denisha Alphonse | Dec 9, 2020
C Chenault | Dec 10, 2020

After 50 people, I think that you should call ahead and see--if it isn't required, it's at least polite😂

Can you use a kayak to fish ?

Jason Compton | Dec 10, 2018
Suewannia Jackson jackson | Dec 11, 2018

No boats allow in the lakes. You can fish on the peir or the side of the lake

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are the trails open dawn till dusk, or are they also set Park Hours of 10am?

Aaron W Letzring | Dec 10, 2018
Shontrese Quarles | Dec 11, 2018

It's a very relaxing environment

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Are there showers?

Jesse Shaw | Dec 10, 2018
Chaunta Griffin | Dec 11, 2018

Nope

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Are leashed dogs allowed?

Anja Bachmann | Dec 10, 2018
Keith Kellam | Dec 11, 2018

Of course.

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How long are the walking trails?

Bonnie Johnson | Dec 10, 2018
Michelle Hernandez | Dec 11, 2018

One source says 1.4 miles.

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Is there an entry fee or price?

Sherwynn Trotman | Dec 10, 2018
Keith Kellam | Dec 11, 2018

No fees.

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Can you fish

Tara Clark | Dec 10, 2017
David Davis | Dec 11, 2017

Yes there are several kinds of catfish and bass and brim but you do need to have a Virginia freshwater license

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How much to get in

Dena Satterwhite | Dec 10, 2017
Naked Angel | Dec 11, 2017

Totally free

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