About Fort Harrison Visitor Center
Closed for 2026.
FacilityVisitor CenterRecreation.gov
Fort Harrison Visitor Center
Richmond, Virginia · Henrico County · Visitor Center
Closed for 2026.
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37.42813, -77.37229
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Weather at Fort Harrison Visitor Center
Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.
Today
Overcast
74°/47°
🌬 10mph
↑ 6:37 AM ↓ 5:08 PM
Thu
Light Drizzle
78°/58°
💧 12%🌬 12mph
↑ 6:38 AM ↓ 5:07 PM
Fri
Thunderstorm
70°/57°
💧 49%🌬 12mph
↑ 6:39 AM ↓ 5:06 PM
Sat
Overcast
61°/49°
💧 3%🌬 8mph
↑ 6:40 AM ↓ 5:05 PM
Sun
Overcast
61°/46°
💧 1%🌬 8mph
↑ 6:41 AM ↓ 5:04 PM
Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.
How to Get There
From I-295, take exit 22B for New Market Rd west, then turn left on Battlefield Park Rd.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Plan Your Visit to Fort Harrison Visitor Center
Heading to Fort Harrison Visitor Center? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
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