by Pam Cox | Dec 28, 2018 | Hiking
If you’re looking for an easy trip, the Little Stony National Recreation Trail in Jefferson National Forest is the perfect alternative to the nearby Devils Fork Loop Trail. Devils Fork Loop is gorgeous, but it includes a strenuous and often wet climb. Little...
by Pam Cox | Dec 28, 2018 | Biking, Hiking
The Guest River Gorge Trail meanders along 300-million-year-old sandstone cliffs that plunge 400 feet to the pristine waters below. The deep gorge was created as the Guest River, now designated as a state scenic river, tunneled through Stone Mountain on its way toward...
by Pam Cox | Dec 28, 2018 | Redirected, Un-categorized
This high elevation forested wetland is off the beaten path, but is a must-see for the serious birder. The beaver-maintained wetland contains open meadows, marshes, swampy scrubland, ponds and hardwood forests. It is home to equal diversity of bird life, such as...
by Pam Cox | Dec 28, 2018 | Redirected, Un-categorized
This is not an official trailhead, merely a pull off on the road. To reach Edith Gap, head north on Rte 72 from Dungannon for 8.4 miles. Turn left onto Jaybird Branch Rd. and follow it for 3.2 miles. Take a slight left onto Pine Camp Rd. and drive for 2.6 miles. Turn...
by Pam Cox | Dec 28, 2018 | Un-categorized
1565 FS Begley, Dungannon The Devil’s Bathtub was recently names one of the Weather Channel’s Hidden Gems and is often cited as Virginia’s Number One travel destination. The Devil’s Fork Loop Trail takes you on a seven-plus mile hike across...
by Pam Cox | Dec 28, 2018 | Hiking
Highlights: rhododendron-lined creek, fossils, natural swimming hole, overnight possibilities Length: 7.2 miles round trip (optional 1.8 additional miles (or more) up one way) Difficulty: difficult Trailhead: From Ft. Blackmore, head north on Rte 619, turning left at...
by Pam Cox | Dec 28, 2018 | Birding
This trail winds up the opposite side of Powell Mountain from the Kane Gap Trail and then joins the latter trail at Kane Gap. The Daniel Boone Trail begins on an old gravel road, but then narrows down into a hiking trail that continues for several miles through...
by Pam Cox | Dec 28, 2018 | Hiking
Chief Benge Scout Trail (CBST) is a good overnight backpacking opportunity or hike a section. Things to see and enjoy vary from High Knob overlook, cold mountain lakes, following streams in deep gorges, and Little Stony plunge waterfall. How to get there There are...
by Pam Cox | Dec 28, 2018 | Hiking
Bear Rock Trail — This short but stunning hike gives you sweeping views across Little Stony Creek Gorge. Highlights: stunning views, hawks and other raptors Length: 0.5 miles (round trip) Difficulty: easy to moderate Trailhead: To reach the Bear Rock...
by Pam Cox | Dec 26, 2018 | Zoo
Unique interactive personal encounters with some of the worlds rarest animals Creation Kingdom Zoo is situated on 12 acres of sloping land in Snowflake, Va., just a few miles outside of Gate City. In addition to Bella, the white Bengal tiger, visitors to the zoo can...
