Important Notices
| COVID-19 & the VBWTBefore heading out to visit a site on the Virginia Bird & Wildlife Trail, be sure to check if that site has any COVID-19 policies or closures in place. This information is typically posted on a site's own website. |
Important Notices For This Site
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| Changes to Deep Bottom and Osborne Pike Boat Access SchedulesHenrico County Parks and Recreation will be closing the ramp at Deep Bottom Park at sunset beginning on September 27, 2021. To ensure continued access for night-time angling on the James River the Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR) will be opening the Osborne Landing Boat ramp to night-time launching effective immediately. |
Description
Deep Bottom Creek feeds into the James River here, forming a rich river bottom with sycamore, oak, and pine. Birdlife abounds, with common species range from blue grosbeaks to bald eagles and everything in between. Nesting boxes for birds such as prothonotary warbler add to the value of this site, as does its boat launch, which allows for exploration by kayak or canoe.
Directions
Physical Address: 9525 Deep Bottom Rd, Henrico, VA 23231
From Previous Site on the Plantation Loop of VBWT:
From the Osborne Pike Boat Landing, return to Osborne Turnpike, and turn right. Osborne Turnpike becomes Kingsland Road. Proceed 4.4 miles to Deep Bottom Road. After 1.2 miles, turn right into Deep Bottom Park.
Location & Directions
View on Google MapsSite Information
- Site Contact: 804-652-1470, [email protected]
- Website
- Access: Free, Daily
Birds Recently Seen at Deep Bottom Park (as reported to eBird)
- Turkey Vulture
- Blue Jay
- Carolina Chickadee
- Carolina Wren
- Eastern Bluebird
- White-throated Sparrow
- Song Sparrow
- Northern Cardinal
- Great Blue Heron
- Red-shouldered Hawk
Seasonal Bird Observations
Facilities
- Parking
- Phone
- Picnic
- Restrooms