Description
This park is located across the slough from Dutch Gap. A trail provides access to the woodlands along James River where at least five species of woodpecker breed. Listen for the calls of Pileated, Red-bellied, Downy, Hairy, and Red-headed woodpeckers and look high in the canopy for American Redstarts, Black-and-white Warblers and Red-eyed Vireos.
Notes:
- Please stay on the trail and do not disturb the earthworks.
Wildlife Sightings
73 species have been reported at this site to date.
Birds Recently Seen at Battery Dantzler Park:
Recent Checklists:
| Date | # of Species | Submitted By |
|---|---|---|
| 19 Mar 2026 | 22 | Chris Colwell |
| 7 Mar 2026 | 5 | Serena Brown |
| 14 Dec 2025 | 15 | George Arnold |
| 14 Dec 2025 | 15 | Ewa Greene |
| 14 Jun 2025 | 14 | Serena Brown |
Amenities & Accessibility
Amenities
- On-site Parking
- Birdability Report Available
Other Amenities: Hiking Trails, Historical Site
Accessibility Considerations
This location has a Birdability Site Review available
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Maps & Directions
Physical Address: 1800-1820 Battery Dantzler Ct, Chester, VA 23836
From Richmond, head south on I-95, take exit 61A to merge onto VA-10 E/W Hundred Rd toward Hopewell, turn left onto Old Stage Rd, turn right onto Battery Dantzler Rd, and the parking area will be on the left in approximately 0.2 miles.
Site Information
Access Requirements:
- Free, Daily
Contact Information:
- Phone: 804-748-1623
- Email: parksrec@chesterfield.gov
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