Enjoy some of the best scenic views of the South
Distance: 10.9 miles
Laurel Springs, North Carolina, United States
5.5 miles
Just right for those visitors who want to stretch their legs after a long drive on the Parkway.
Distance: 0.5 miles
Sparta, North Carolina, United States
13.4 miles
Strenuous trail that rewards hikers with views of a delightful mountain stream.
Distance: 2.5 miles
Sparta, North Carolina, United States
13.5 miles
Easy loop to two great overlooks
Distance: 1.6 miles
Mouth of Wilson, Virginia, United States
29.8 miles
From scenic views to roaring creeks and waterfalls, this hike has it all.
Distance: 8.3 miles
Whitetop, Virginia, United States
30.3 miles
8 mile Day Hike from Horse Trail to Mount Rogers Summit
Distance: 8.0 miles
Grayson Highland Park, Virginia, United States
30.4 miles
Hike to the highest point in Virginia
Distance: 8.0 miles
Marion, Virginia, United States
30.5 miles
Follow the Virginia Highlands Horse Trail to The Scales and enjoy sweeping vistas
Distance: 8.0 miles
Troutdale, Virginia, United States
32.3 miles
Hike up to the base of this mountain
Distance: 5.0 miles
Pinnacle, North Carolina, United States
32.3 miles
Loop through the Virginia Highlands Using the Virginia Highlands Horse Trail
Distance: 9.4 miles
Troutdale, Virginia, United States
34.5 miles
Elevation: 242 ft
Sparta, North Carolina, United States
12.5 miles
Cliffview Campground (Carroll County near Galax) is a trailside campground with primitive tent camping only. It overlooks Chestnut Creek. Access is from the Dannelly Fitness Complex parking lot and across a footbridge (no direct vehicle access). Ten primitive campsites are available. Three horse campsites are available with an enclosed area for the horses. There are no covered stalls. Horse campers must park trailers at the Cliffview Ranger Station, which is about one mile from the campground. Horses may not cross the Dannelly complex footbridge. Note: This campground is 24 miles from the Millrace Campground. All sites are timbered and marked. Each site has a fire ring, lantern post, picnic table, access to the New River Trail and non-flush toilet. Drinking water is available. One site, CV001, is handicapped accessible and is reserved last if not required for a handicapped camper. Reservations are required. Same day reservations are permitted. Campers must leave their confirmation letter on their car's dashboard for overnight parking. Campers will need access to a fax machine or will need to pick up the letter at the Cliffview office if there is insufficient time to receive the letter by mail.
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Galax, Virginia, United States
22.2 miles
Located high on a mountaintop near Camp, VA, Blue Springs Gap Cabin seems to be on top of the world. Bird watching, hiking, and fishing are nearby. There are three cozy bedrooms, a kitchen and a living room with a huge fireplace. Electricity and flush toilet add comfort to this rustic mountain setting, but there is no potable water, so you must bring your own. Open from April 1 to November 30 each year.
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Rural Retreat, Virginia, United States
28.2 miles
Enjoy outstanding views from the front porch or warm up next to the stone fireplace. Sunrise is a beautiful four-bedroom, two-bath cabin with water and electricity. It is located off of State Route 94, near the town of Ivanhoe, VA. Many opportunities for hiking, fishing, biking, and canoeing exist in the National Forest and at the New River Trail State Park. The cabin is open from April 01 to November 30th.
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Fries, Virginia, United States
28.7 miles
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.
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Mouth Of Wilson, Virginia, United States
29.9 miles
Elevation: 209 ft
Cripple Creek, Virginia, United States
30.8 miles
Old Virginia Group Horse Camp is a primitive camping area located in Fairwood Valley and only minutes from the Virginia Highlands Horse Trail. If you are looking for a private place to camp with your horses while having access to a large network of horse trails in the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area, this is the spot. Groups of up to 25 people with horses will enjoy the peace and quiet of the mountains in your own private campground. Groups without horses are also welcome. This area is easily accessed from a paved state road. You will need to bring your own drinking water, tools for manure removal, and plan to use non-flush toilets. A nearby stream provides water for horses. Showers can be taken at a nearby campground for an additional fee.
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Troutdale, Virginia, United States
32.2 miles
Raccoon Branch Campground is located near Sugar Grove, VA and is only 11 miles from Interstate 81 via State Route 16 Making it an easily accessed overnight for travelers. Nestled at the base of Dickey Knob, this campground offers scenic mountain views, hiking from your campsite, and cold mountain streams. Every site will accommodate RV or tent camping.
Elevation: 254 ft
Sugar Grove, Virginia, United States
32.3 miles
Hurricane is a quiet and peaceful campground with huge trees, a creek for fishing or wading and open, grassy areas that are great for games.
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Sugar Grove, Virginia, United States
33.6 miles
Located in the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area. Grindstone is in Fairwood Valley, with pastures and wooded hillsides. The valley is known for outstanding trout fishing in Fox Creek. Facilities provided include restrooms, picnic tables and two impact areas. Popular activities include fishing, hiking the nature trails, horseback riding and interpretive programs. Firewood is sold at the campground. There is a local store within 5 miles of the site. Water play area and playground equipment available.
Elevation: 347 ft
Troutdale, Virginia, United States
34.1 miles