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.
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 …
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 …
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. …
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.