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WELCOME TO NEW RIVER TRAIL STATE PARK. To make your visit safe and more pleasant, we ask that you observe the following: Take only pictures, leave only footprints. Park in designated areas only. Please note there is a parking fee charged year-round at all Virginia State Parks. Self-pay parking information is available at the contact station.
New River Trail is a 57-mile linear park that follows an abandoned railroad right-of-way. The park parallels the scenic and historic New River for 39 miles and passes through four counties and the city of Galax.
The New River Trail State Park map breaks out the trail into 16 segments that range from 1.2 miles to 6.4 miles. There are benches, picnic tables and restrooms (vault toilets and porta-potties) all along the rail-trail.
New River Trail State Park spans 57.5 from E Main St/VA 99 & Xaloy Way (Pulaski) to T George Vaughan Jr Ave (Galax). View amenities, descriptions, reviews, photos, itineraries, and directions on TrailLink.
Check out this 49.7-mile point-to-point trail near Max Meadows, Virginia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 16 h 8 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, camping, and fishing, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.
Scenic Virginia Bike Trail, 37 Miles, Tunnels, Bridges. The 57 mile New River Trail is a linear state park, and is a designated National Recreational Trail. 37 miles follow the New River which, contrary to its name is the second oldest river in the world (after the Nile).
Want to find the best trails in New River Trail State Park for an adventurous hike or a family trip? AllTrails has 13 great trails for hiking and walking and more. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Ready for your next hike or bike ride?
Nestled in Virginia’s Blue Ridge Highlands, the New River Trail State Park offers 57 miles of green. With most of the trail running under a lush canopy of trees, and the presence of two invitingly dark tunnels, the low-grade, crushed-stone trail provides a pleasant summer ride.
Head out on this 8.9-mile out-and-back trail near Draper, Virginia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 3 h 5 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.
Whether you want to hike, bike, or even ride a horse, New River Trail State Park is ready for you and comfortable for visitors of all ages and abilities. Most of the trail is shaded, and its grade is gently sloped. There are access points all along the trail. A view from one of the park's 32 bridges.