All-Terrain Wheelchairs


Sharon Lynn Ramsey uses the All-Terrain wheelchair at Claytor Lake State Park
All-terrain wheelchair at Claytor Lake State Park
All-terrain wheelchair at First Landing State Park
All-terrain wheelchair at First Landing State Park

All-terrain wheelchairs are specialized wheelchairs designed to navigate a wide range of terrains that may be encountered in outdoor environments. Offering visitors with mobility impairments the freedom to access and enjoy outdoor recreation areas that might otherwise be inaccessible, the all-terrain wheelchairs operate up to 20 miles on a single charge and are available for children and adults with advance reservation.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Because these chairs operate on remote natural-surface trails where cellular service may be unavailable and assistance may not be immediately accessible, users must be accompanied by another adult able to seek help in caseof a mechanical malfunction, medical emergency or other unforeseen circumstance. This requirement is based on the operating environment and emergency response considerations.

CHAIR TYPES

First Landing State Park features pneumatic rubber wheels; other parks offer tracked chairs. Both are easy to operate and built for safe trail navigation.

RESERVATIONS

To help us serve our visitors better, we kindly ask that you make a reservation request at least 48 hours in advance at Virginia State Parks - All-Terrain Wheelchair Reservation Request (microsoft.com) to give us notice when you’d like to use a wheelchair. An advanced request is not a confirmed reservation but gives park staff the necessary time to ensure the availability of wheelchairs and make your experience even more enjoyable. A park staff member will reach out to confirm reservations and provide instructions prior to your arrival.

PARKS WITH ALL-TERRAIN WHEELCHAIRS:

HOW YOU CAN HELP SUPPORT

Our all-terrain wheelchair purchases were made possible by funding from our special Virginia State Park license plate sales. Since becoming available for purchase in 2019, $15 in funding has been invested from each purchase by Virginia State Parks toward projects to improve the visitor experience and accessibility projects for our visitors. Your purchase helps play a vital role in expanding access to outdoor recreation and ensuring that all individuals have the opportunity to experience the natural wonders and cultural history available at Virginia State Parks.

If your license plates are up for renewal in the Commonwealth, please consider making your selection our special Virginia State Park license plate - Virginia State Parks | Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles.