The Top 5 Natural Monuments in Albemarle County
Albemarle County’s landscape is a beautiful place to explore — something that you can best experience by visiting one of our 5
beautiful natural monuments in Albemarle County. To help you find the one for, you can see all the details you need to explore the best natural monuments, and better plan your next outdoor adventure!
beautiful natural monuments in Albemarle County. To help you find the one for, you can see all the details you need to explore the best natural monuments, and better plan your next outdoor adventure!
Last updated: December 2, 2025
Charlottesville Reservoir
Highlight • Lake
Ragged Mountain Natural Area develops around the Charlottesville Reservoir. During the winter months the reservoirs are full of waterfowl, while in spring and fall migratory birds are easily observed. There is no shortage of fish and amphibians.
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Lower Doyles River Falls
Highlight • Waterfall
A small but challenging bit further from the Upper Doyles River Falls is a slightly higher waterfall; the Lower Falls River Falls. This has a fall height of 63' or …
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Ragged Mountain Natural Area
Highlight • Forest
The Ragged Mountain Natural Area was established in the 1990s and encompasses a number of trails, acres of forest, and a sizable lake (Charlottesville Reservoir). The property butts-up to the …
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View of Charlottesville Valley and Blue Ridge Mountains from Carter Overlook
Highlight • Viewpoint
Carter Overlook is an official overlook off the side of the Umbrella Magnolia Trail that offers great views of the Charlottesville valley and Blue Ridge Mountains off in the distance. …
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Viewpoint on Frazier Discovery Trail
Highlight • Viewpoint
This viewpoint, one of two along the Frazier Discovery Trail, offers sweeping views of Shenandoah National Park. Take some time to pause here and fully appreciate the beauty of the area.
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