Appomattox State Forest - Carter Taylor Trail - Hiking trail near Appomattox, Virginia, United States - Nearby
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- Nearby Trails
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1. James River State Park
The park has three miles of river frontage, 1,500 acres of rolling farm meadows, three fishing ponds, beautiful vistas, 15 miles of hiking trails and quiet forests
Distance: 15.0 miles
Lynchburg, Virginia, United States
14.9 miles
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2. James River Heritage Trail
This is a beautiful scenic walk or bike ride through an historical area
Distance: 5.0 miles
Lynchburg, Virginia, United States
25.9 miles
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3. 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
27.1 miles
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4. The Priest to Crabtree Falls
Hike the toughest part of the Appalachian Trail and descend next to a large cascading waterfall
Distance: 8.6 miles
Montebello, Virginia, United States
33.8 miles
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5. The Priest
Hike the toughest part of the Appalachian Trail
Distance: 8.0 miles
Montebello, Virginia, United States
33.9 miles
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6. Mount Pleasant
Relaxing hike to the summit with two rock outcrops offering beautiful views
Distance: 6.0 miles
Buena Vista, Virginia, United States
36.3 miles
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7. Crabtree Falls Trail
Hike to the top of the waterfall
Distance: 4.4 miles
Montebello, Virginia, United States
36.5 miles
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8. Three Ridges Wilderness / Hanging Rock Overlook
Hike the Appalachian Trail to a scenic 180 degree view
Distance: 8.0 miles
Staunton, Virginia, United States
36.5 miles
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9. Cold Mountain Loop
Cold Mountain is a bald affording nice, open views
Distance: 5.7 miles
Buena Vista, Virginia, United States
36.6 miles
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10. White Rock Falls
Hike to a 35 foot waterfall
Distance: 5.0 miles
Waynesboro, Virginia, United States
37.9 miles
- Nearby Campgrounds
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1. 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
3.4 miles
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2. 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
14.9 miles
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3. Bear Creek Lake State Park Campground
Nestled in the heart of Cumberland State Forest in central Virginia's Cumberland County, Bear Creek Lake State Park offers the amenities of the larger parks without the crowds. Activities revolve around the 40 acre lake with a boat launch, swimming beach, lakeside picnicking, cabins, camping and hiking trails. Only non-gasoline powered boats are allowed on Bear Creek Lake. The park is surrounded by the 16,000 acre Cumberland State Forest, which provides opportunities for a wide range of outdoor activities. Four small lakes in the state forest are managed by the Department of Game and Inland Fisheries for recreational fishing. A network of gated and non-gated forest roads provides hiking, mountain biking and nature observation. Size: 326.4 acres; Lake Size: 40 acres
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Cumberland, Virginia, United States
22.5 miles
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4. 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
26.3 miles
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5. Twin Lakes State Park Campground
Twin Lakes State Park, centrally located in Virginia's Piedmont region, provides visitors from all over the Commonwealth with a variety of lakefront activities in a secluded setting. Swimming, camping, fishing, canoeing and hiking are popular activities. Cedar Crest Conference Center is also located in the park and has facilities available for group meetings, family reunions and company picnics. Cedar crest cabins are reserved through the reservation center and on the Internet. Size: 476 acres; lakes 40 acres in total.
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Green Bay, Virginia, United States
28.0 miles
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6. Charlottesville KOA
Thomas Jefferson's magnificent Monticello is a big draw here, and so is the woodsy Charlottesville KOA in the Blue Ridge Mountain foothills, where dogwoods bloom in spring and hardwoods blaze with brilliant fall colors. It's just a half hour to Skyline Drive and the Blue Ridge Parkway for stunning vistas, hiking trails and cave tours. KOA offers a combination ticket to a trio of historic sites: Monticello, Ash Lawn-Highland (home of James Monroe) and Michie Tavern, where costumed staff serve an 18th-century lunch. Also tour Jefferson's lovely University of Virginia campus and Walton's Mountain Museum, which re-creates some of the real John Boy's life. Or try tubing and rafting on the James River. Back at KOA, enjoy the pool, sports field and fishing pond.
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Charlottesville, Virginia, United States
35.5 miles
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7. Sherando Lake Group Campground
Sherando Lake Group Camp is part of the Sherando Lake Recreation Area. The recreation area is situated around a 25 acre spring-fed lake and first opened to the public in 1936. There is also a 7 acre lake - Upper Sherando Lake - a short walk from the group camp area. The group camp area can accommodate up to 125 people at one time. The group area is for tent camping only. Facilities and improvements include picnic tables (2 per site), fire rings with grills, lantern poles, and serving tables for each designated group site. The bathhouse offers flush toilets as well as a men's and women's shower. Water spigots for drinking water are located throughout the area. The area also features a centrally located large grass area for games and activities. The 25 acre lake - Lower Sherando Lake - offers opportunities for swimming in a designated area with sand beach, fishing and boating. The swimming area has no lifeguards, so visitors swim at their own risk. Fishing is in stocked waters in spring and fall and visitors are responsible for having the appropriate state licenses and National Forest stamp prior to fishing. These are not sold at Sherando Lake, but can be obtained in the local area. Boats with gasoline motors are not permitted on the lake - electric troll motors, canoes, kayaks or similar type boats only. You must bring your own boat, there are none for rent. Fishing only is available in the Upper Sherando Lake with the appropriate state licenses and National Forest stamp. No swimming in the Upper Lake. 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. During the season between Memorial Day to Labor Day, evening campfire programs are conducted on Friday and Saturday evenings at the amphitheater for campers and area visitors. 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 Stuarts Draft, Virginia about a 15 minute drive from Sherando Lake Recreation Area. Ice and vending machines are available on site. Cellular phone service is not reliable due to the area location, but a pay phone is available on site. America the Beautiful Senior and Access passes are not applicable for group camp fees.
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Lyndhurst, Virginia, United States
38.1 miles
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8. Sherando Lake Family Campground
Sherando Lake Family Campsites are part of the Sherando Lake Recreation Area. The recreation area is situated around a 25 acre spring-fed lake and first opened to the public in 1936. There is also a 7 acre lake - Upper Sherando Lake - a short walk from the family camp area. The family camp sites that are reserveable are in White Oak A-Loop which are non-electric and Meadow C-Loop which has electric hookup. Facilities and improvements include picnic tables (1 per site), fire ring with grill, lantern pole, and serving table for each site. The White Oak Loop (A-Loop) has modern bathhouse offering flush toilets as well as a men's and women's shower. Water spigots for drinking water are located throughout the area. The area also features flush toilets at either end of the camping loop. River Bend Loop B (13 sites) and the upper loop of White Oak Loop A (15 sites) are available on a first-come-first serve basis. During the season between Memorial Day to Labor Day, evening campfire programs are conducted on Friday and Saturday evenings at the amphitheater for campers and area visitors. A Sunday morning worship service is provided by local churches on a rotational basis for those who wish to attend. 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 Stuarts Draft, Virginia about a 15 minute drive from Sherando Lake Recreation Area. Ice and vending machines are available on site. A Visitor Center is located in the beach pavilion which provides Interpretative materials, books, maps, beach toys and a variety of gifts. Cellular phone service is not available due to the area location, but a pay phone is available on site. America the Beautiful Senior and Access passes are accepted for one-half price off camping fees, but not electric hookup. The America the Beautiful Annual Pass is not accepted.
Elevation: 179 ft
Lyndhurst, Virginia, United States
38.3 miles
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9. Kennedy Fields Campgrounds
Elevation: 164 ft
Sherando, Virginia, United States
41.4 miles
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10. 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
47.1 miles