Scott County Virginia Hiking Trails
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Straight Fork Ridge Trail
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George Washington and Jefferson National Forests
Length: 1.8 miles
Rating: Strenuous
The Devils Fork Loop Trail is located primarily on an old road that was
used long ago for logging and coal. Once you start up the trail from
an old cultivated area call "Y" Bottom you will cross the stream 10
times, and will pass a rusting coal car along the way. You will pass
many scenic areas, so stop and enjoy each one. The Devils Bathtub is
an excellent area where the hiker will see the stream racing down a
rock chute, swirl through the tub and race downstream. |
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the Devils Fork Loop Trail, you will come to a 50 foot waterfall at
the mouth of Corder Hollow. You will also pass through many hollows
and loop on to the Straight Fork Ridge, with its scenic vistas of
surrounding mountains. |
Both Trails would make an excellent day hike or overnight camping trip.
There are no facilities at the trailhead so make sure to bring your own
water, etc.
Trail Beginning: Trailhead off State Route 619
Trail Ending: Devils Fork Loop Trail ends back at the parking lot.
Straight Fork Ridge ends on Forest Service road 237 on top of Little
Mountain.
Directions:
From Fort Blackmore off of State Route 72, take State Route 691. Follow
619 to the left at the intersection of 619 and State Route 657. Take
Forest Service road 2631 to the left and bear up the hill to the parking
area.
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