South Side
Parks:
Swimming and trails, access to Class II whitewater rafting. 7200 Riverside Dr. Open all year sunrise-sunset.
Walk along flat riverside trails. Access for canoes, kayaks, and inner tubes. Excellent fishing upstream at Bosher's Dam. 8600 Riverside Dr, just west of the Huguenot Bridge.
7 mile loop along the south bank of the James. Access from the 42nd St entrance to James river park or from Belle Isle Southside parking lot.
The Wetlands:
Located just downstream of Pony Pasture at the end of Landria Dr. and features walking trails, wildlife blinds and excellent opportunities to watch birds. There is also a shallow sandy beach with flat water.
3.1 miles of walking/biking trail with easy access to river. 4021 Forest Hill Ave.
Pools:
Indoor public swimming pool. 1800 Lynhaven Ave. (804) 646-8849
Blackwell Pool:
Outdoor public swimming pool. 238 E. 14th St. (804) 646-8718
Swansboro Pool:
Indoor public swimming pool. Call for details. 3160 Midlothian Tnpk. (804) 646-8088
Fitness Centers:
Community Center that includes a gymnasium, fitness center, swimming pool, baseball and football field. 1800 Lynhaven Avenue, Richmond, VA 23224. (804)646-8235
Fitness studio offering a variety of yoga classes. 1229 Hull St Richmond VA 23224. (804) 859-2016
Training center with a variety of strength and conditioning classes. 115 N 20th St Richmond, VA 23223. (804) 592-1867
Gym with opportunities for membership including self-directed fitness, classes, pool, personal training. 9101 Midlothian Turnpike #200 Richmond, VA 23235. 804-562-4631
YMCA with multiple membership options with reasonable prices. Includes fitness centers, group classes, pool, sports fields. Opportunities for youth involvement. 7540 Hull Street Road Richmond, VA 23235. (804) 276-9622.