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Battlefield Trail (Self-Guided)

3.0 (1 Rating)
Trail across the Staunton River Bridge with informational signage about the Civil War battle.
1.2
mi
Distance
60
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
HistoricalRiver/Creek
Access Issues
As of October 2021, the Staunton River Bridge was closed for repairs and the Roanoke Station Visitor Center is closed for renovation.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.24mi
Distance
60ft
Elevation Gain
79ft
Elevation Loss
10%
Max Grade
359ft
High Point
306ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This trail connects the Staunton River Battlefield State Park visitor centers and traverses the historic Civil War battlefield. Park visitors can read informational signage about the battle and view earthwork fortifications built for the battle.

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Contributors
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