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Breathtaking mountain views, access to the Appalachian Trail, and facilities for horse camping make this park a great destination. Mountain streams offer superb trout fishing opportunities. The park has access to the highest point in Virginia), a part of Jefferson National Forest. Grayson Highlands State Park was originally named Mount Rogers State Park and was established in 1965.
Grayson Highlands encompasses 4,822 acres. Various elevation: Entrance - 3,698 feet; Visitor Center - 4,953 feet; Little Pinnacle - 5,089 feet.
The park is on U.S. 58 midway between Independence and Damascus and is reached from I-81 at Exit 45 in Marion; turn south on Route 16 and travel 33 miles to U.S. 58 in the community of Volney. Turn right onto U.S. 58. Travel eight miles to the park's entrance. From I-77, take Hillsville Exit 14 to U.S. 58. Travel west on U.S. 58, 40 miles to Volney. Turn left to stay on U.S. 58 and go eight miles to the park entrance.
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