James River Heritage Trail - Hiking trail near Lynchburg, Virginia, United States - Nearby
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1. Otter Lake Loop Trail
Provides scenic views of Otter Lake
Distance: 0.9 miles
Glasgow, Virginia, United States
15.8 miles
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2. Otter Creek Trail
Parallels the Blue Ridge Parkway from Otter Campground to the James River Visitor Center
Distance: 3.5 miles
Glasgow, Virginia, United States
16.0 miles
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3. Canal Lock Trail
Leads to the restored Battery Creek Lock on the James River
Distance: 0.4 miles
Glasgow, Virginia, United States
16.1 miles
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4. Trail Of Trees
The trails wanders through a shaded stream drainage
Distance: 0.4 miles
Glasgow, Virginia, United States
16.1 miles
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5. Little and Big Rocky Row Hike
This streneous hike takes you to the summit of Big Rocky Row with views into the James River Valley
Distance: 8.0 miles
Glasgow, Virginia, United States
19.3 miles
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6. Big Rocky Row Loop
AT to Big Rocky and returning on Saddle Gap trail
Distance: 9.3 miles
Glasgow, Virginia, United States
19.3 miles
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7. Highcock Knob / Sulphur Spring Trail Loop
Loop hike through the James River Wilderness with a few overlooks
Distance: 8.1 miles
Big island, Virginia, United States
20.6 miles
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8. Fullers Rocks
The rocks sit atop the ridge and afford an outstanding, unobstructed view north, east, and south
Distance: 6.0 miles
Glasgow, Virginia, United States
21.2 miles
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9. Compton Gap to Compton Peak
Short and steep hike along the Appalachian Trail to a nice view.
Distance: 4.0 miles
Amherst, Virginia, United States
21.2 miles
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10. Virginia Blue Ridge Railway Trail
This trail is idyllically located in the rolling Virginia countryside and follows the banks of the Piney and Tye Rivers
Distance: 8.0 miles
Piney River, Virginia, United States
21.5 miles
- Nearby Campgrounds
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1. Lynchburg Campground
In the heart of Virginia, rolling hills and farm lands border the Lynchburg preserve. A lake on the property offers swimming beaches, fishing and canoeing. Local attractions include the Natural Bridge (one of the natural wonders of the world) and the historic town of Lynchburg.
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Gladys, Virginia, United States
14.7 miles
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2. Hopper Creek Group Campground
Hopper Creek Group Camp offers a rustic atmosphere for group camping under the trees. This area is nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, and welcomes visitors who wish to enjoy the rustic beauty and peacefulness of the area. The group camp area can accommodate up to 50 people at one time. The area is for tent camping only and tent pads are provided for tent set-up. Facilities and improvements include 12 picnic tables which can be moved around within the camping area, 1 pedestal double grill, and a group size fire ring. The area has a vault toilet building installed in 2007. There is no potable water available, campers will need to bring their own drinking water. A mowed area is available in the group camp area for games and organized activities. Showers are available at Cave Mounain Lake at the beach bathhouse, which is a short drive from Hopper Creek. The day use fees for Cave Mountain Lake would be applicable. Hiking trails surround the area offering everything from short walks in and around Cave Mountain Lake to a full day hike along the nearby ridges to backpacking trips along the Appalachian National Scenic Trail, in the James River Face Wilderness, or in the Thunder Ridge Wilderness. Visitors to the National Forest are responsible for knowing the rules and regulations of the Forest and the area they are visiting. Additional information can be obtained by calling the Glenwood and Pedlar Ranger Districts office at (540) 291-2188. Office hours are 8 am through 4:30 pm (Eastern time) Monday through Friday. The closest groceries and gas are located in nearby Lexington, Virginia about a 20 minute drive from the Hopper Creek Group Camp. Ice and other sundries can be obtained from small stores along State Route 759 as you enter the area. Cellular phone service is not reliable due to the area location. America the Beautiful Senior and Access passes are not applicable for group camp fees.
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Natural Bridge Station, Virginia, United States
23.0 miles
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3. James River State Park Campground
James River State Park features nearly 20 miles of hiking / biking / horseback riding trails that meander though 1500 acres of rolling meadows and quiet forests. Three miles of river frontage offer spectacular views, boat launches, picnic areas and primitive camping, RV camping, cabins, picnic shelters and a canoe livery. Size: 1500 acres
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Gladstone, Virginia, United States
23.4 miles
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4. Cave Mountain Lake Family Campground
Cave Mountain Lake Family Camp is part of the Cave Mountain Lake Recreation Area. This area is nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, and welcomes visitors who come to enjoy the rustic beauty and peacefulness of the area. In the late 1930's the Civilian Conservation Corps built a 7 acre lake using existing buttresses of natural rock to form a 35 foot high dam. There are 29 campsites of a total 42 family campsites available for reservation. Facilities and improvements at each campsite include 1 picnic table, 1 fire ring with grill, 1 lantern pole, and 1 serving table. Flush toilets and water spigots are located throughout the loop. There are no electric, water or sewer hook-ups available in the campground. There is a maximum of 8 people per site, except for the double site where the maximum number of people is 12. The 7 acre lake offers opportunities for swimming in a designated area with sand beach. The swimming area has no lifeguards, so visitors swim at their own risk. Boats are not allowed on the lake. Fishing is available from the waters edge outside the beach area. Visitors are responsible for having the appropriate state licenses and National Forest stamp prior to fishing. These are not sold at Cave Mountain Lake, but can be obtained in the local area. Hiking trails surround the area offering everything from a short walk around the lake to a full day hike along the nearby ridges to backpacking trips along the Appalachian National Scenic Trail and in either the James River Face Wilderness or the Thunder Ridge Wilderness. Visitors to the National Forest are responsible for knowing the rules and regulations of the Forest and the area they are visiting. Additional information can be obtained by calling the Glenwood and Pedlar Ranger Districts office at (540) 291-2188. Office hours are 8 am through 4:30 pm (Eastern time) Monday through Friday. The nearest groceries and gas are located in nearby Lexington, Virginia about a 20 minute drive from Cave Mountain Lake Recreation Area. Ice and other sundries can be obtained from small stores along State Route 759 as you enter the area. Cellular phone service is not reliable due to the area location and there is no pay phone available in the recreation area. America the Beautiful Senior and Access passes are applicable for camping fees and holders are entitled to 1/2 price of the posted fees.
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Natural Bridge Station, Virginia, United States
24.7 miles
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5. Cave Mountain Lake Group Campground
Cave Mountain Lake Group Camp is part of the Cave Mountain Lake Recreation Area. This area is nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, and welcomes visitors who come to enjoy the rustic beauty and peacefulness of the area. In the late 1930's the Civilian Conservation Corps built a 7 acre lake using existing buttresses of natural rock to form a 35 foot high dam. The group camp area can accommodate up to 30 people at one time. The group area is for tent camping only and tent pads are provided for tent set-up. Facilities and improvements include 6 picnic tables which can be moved around within the group camp area, 2 fire rings with grills, 1 pedestal double grill, lantern poles, serving tables, a group-size fire ring and 1 potable water spigot. The toilet building located across the road from the group camping area offers flush toilets. Showers are available at the beach bathhouse a short distance down the main road. The 7 acre lake offers opportunities for swimming in a designated area with sand beach. The swimming area has no lifeguards, so visitors swim at their own risk. Boats are not allowed on the lake. Fishing is available from the water's edge outside the beach area. Visitors are responsible for having the appropriate state licenses and National Forest stamp prior to fishing. These are not sold at Cave Mountain Lake, but can be obtained in the local area. Hiking trails surround the area offering everything from a short walk around the lake to a full day hike along the nearby ridges to backpacking trips along the Appalachian National Scenic Trail, the James River Face Wilderness, or the Thunder Ridge Wilderness. Visitors to the National Forest are responsible for knowing the rules and regulations of the Forest and the area they are visiting. Additional information can be obtained by calling the Glenwood and Pedlar Ranger Districts office at (540) 291-2188. Office hours are 8 am through 4:30 pm (Eastern time) Monday through Friday. The nearest groceries and gas are located in nearby Lexington, Virginia about a 20 minute drive from Cave Mountain Lake Recreation Area. Ice and other sundries can be obtained from small stores along State Route 759 as you enter the area. Cellular phone service is not reliable due to the area location. America the Beautiful Senior and Access passes are not applicable for group camp fees.
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Natural Bridge Station, Virginia, United States
24.8 miles
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6. Peaks Of Otter Campground
The Parkway operates a 144-site campground at the foot of Sharp Top mountain, with sites for 92 tents and 52 trailers or RV's. Facilities include water, comfort stations with flush toilets and cold running water sinks, but no showers or hook-ups. Camping is only permitted in established campgrounds. Peaks of Otter Campground, located off the Blue Ridge Parkway at milepost 86, is family oriented and positioned next to Abbott Lake. It provides easy access to a magnificent trail system with some of the most beautiful scenery in Virginia. Abundant wildlife, such as deer and wild turkey, are a daily sight at the Peaks of Otter campground. Summer interpretive programs are provided. Fishing opportunities are available at Abbott Lake. Virginia State fishing license required. Swimming is not allowed. The Peaks of Otter Lodge and Restaurant are located within walking distance of the campground. The Lodge contains a restaurant, country store and gift shop. The Johnson Farm has been restored to look as it did in the 1930s, featuring living history demonstrations in the summer. The Peaks are made up of three mountains--Sharp Top (elevation 3,875), Flat Top (elevation 4,001 feet), and Harkening Hill (elevation 3,375 feet). The Peaks of Otter Visitor Center is located at 2,545 feet by way of comparison. Bus rides to within 1,500 feet of the Sharp Top summit are available.
Elevation: 2600 ft
Bedford, Virginia, United States
25.9 miles
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7. North Creek Campground
North Creek Campground is a small 14-site area located on the banks of North Creek, a popular stream for trout fishing in Botetourt County. Several campsites are located "creek side." Each campsite includes a picnic table, serving table, fire ring/ grill combination, two lantern posts and designated areas for tents. All sites are wooded for shade and privacy. Camping, picnicking, fishing, hiking. Water hydrants are available throughout the campground. These hydrants are not threaded to fill potable water tanks. A trailer dump station is located on North Creek Road (FDR 59) approximately 1/2 mile from the campground.
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Arcadia, Virginia, United States
26.2 miles
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8. Colon Hollow Shelter Campground
This site is not accessible to most wheelchair users; however, visitors with other impairments may find the site usable. The access routes are not accessible due to surface, slope, and width restrictions. The campsites, hiking trails, restrooms, water source, and picnic and parking areas are not accessible.
Elevation: 107 ft
Natural Bridge, Virginia, United States
26.3 miles
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9. Natural Bridge / Lexington KOA
Deep in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley at the intersection of history, culture and natural beauty you'll find the Natural Bridge KOA. Nestled between the Blue Ridge and Alleghany Mountain ranges and surrounded by over 58,000 acres of National Forest, we have anything your adventurous heart desires. The magnitude and beauty of the Natural Bridge, a National Historic Landmark and One of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, compels many visitors to come to the area. Surveyed by a young George Washington and once owned by Thomas Jefferson, the Bridge provides a unique, historic, picturesque and natural experience. Lexington, just 8 miles north of the campground, has recently netted a big share of tourist interest as one of the best small towns in America. With its rich historical background and an entire downtown that is listed on the State and National register of Historic Places, Lexington has much to offer visitors year-round. Back at the KOA , you can relax in a quiet, wooded, rural setting, nestled in the foothills of the valley. We have a swimming pool, game room and a well-stocked convenience store & gift shop. If you don't feel like cooking, how about a delicious pizza delivered to your campsite! With hayrides every weekend, and planned activities every holiday, visitors of all ages are sure to have mountains of fun!
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Natural Bridge, Virginia, United States
27.2 miles
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10. Holiday Lake State Park Campground
Deep in the heart of Appomattox-Buckingham State Forest, Holliday Lake State Park is a paradise for the outdoor enthusiast. Fishing for largemouth bass, yellow perch, crappie and bluegill is a popular activity in the 150-acre lake within the park. The nearby state Department of Game and Inland Fisheries delayed-harvest trout stream allows anglers to fish for brown and rainbow trout. The park also features excellent trails open to hikers, bikers and equestrians. Swimming is a popular summer activity at the park's life-guarded beach where the "Critter Hole" play area is a favorite of young visitors. Park facilities include a 30-site campground, a large shaded picnic area, two picnic shelters, two playgrounds, a boat ramp, a seasonal full-service concession stand, a camp store, and canoe, rowboat and paddle boat rentals. Interpretive and environmental education programs also are available for school and scout groups. This park is just minutes from the famous Appomattox Court House National Historical Park, the site of General Robert E. Lee's surrender to General Ulysses S. Grant in 1865.
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Appomattox, Virginia, United States
27.3 miles
