フロイド郡周辺の簡単なハイキングとウォーキング

This overlook point offers a view of the cascade that falls down Bottom Creek Gorge. The viewpoint is named in honor of Malcolm and Jimmie Black, who were dedicated volunteer monitors at Bottom Creek Gorge Preserve. Bent Mountain Falls, also known as Puncheon Run Falls, is the second highest waterfall in Virginia. It features a series of cascading steps formed by unique rock formations called kettles.

Visitor Center managed by NPS. If you find it closed, do not worry about the stamp on your Passport: you can find them pre-filled on the notice board.

The hike to the falls is pretty mellow but the final approach to the waterfall might be challenging for some. Please note that this area is on private property that is controlled by a church camp. It's open to the public for most of the year but is closed while camp is in session. You can check the closing dates here: www.altamons.org/hike.html

One of few camping sites on the BRP. They are rare so use it at full potential

The gorgeous campground offers direct access to the Rocky Knob Recreation Area. Some sites take reservations and others are first-come first-serve, and the campsite roads are completely paved. Lots of families end up staying here so keep your eyes peeled for kids and pets.

Mabry Mill is located at Milepost 176.2 on the Blue Ridge Parkway. The National Park Service maintains the historic gristmill and watermill and offers a walking path that goes through the property. Bikes aren't allowed on the trails, but it's worth parking the bike for a look if you haven't stopped here before.

Located on the Rock Castle Gorge Trail and just off the side of the Blue Ridge Parkway, the Rock Castle Gorge viewpoint boasts views of the entire Rocky Knob Recreation Area and surrounding mountains. This is a super popular spot for tourists, so if you are out biking the parkway, know that there are going to be more cars in this area than some other spots on the route.

Located on the Rock Castle Gorge Trail and just off the side of the Blue Ridge Parkway, the Rock Castle Gorge viewpoint boasts views of the entire Rocky Knob Recreation Area and surrounding mountains. This is a super popular spot for tourists, so if you are hiking the trail, you aren't going to get as much privacy here as you will on the rest of the trail.