Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Drakes Branch, Virginia

Big Piney

Big Piney is a gravel road passing through a portion of the George Washington National Forest, offering access to hiking, camping and swimming. The trail is rocky and typically unmaintained after rain or snow. You…
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Total Miles
8.5
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Crabtree Meadows

This route is one side of the old Shoe Creek Trail that is now gated in the middle at private property. The surface is gravel from the state road to the parking area for the…
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Total Miles
4.7
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Hog Camp

Hog Camp Road provides access to a variety of hiking and camping opportunities in the George Washington National Forest. The south end is well traveled and easily passable, however north of the Mount Pleasant Scenic…
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Total Miles
5.6
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

FR51-AT

This short offshoot from Hog Camp Trail leads to the Mount Pleasant Scenic Area with opportunities for hiking and camping.
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Total Miles
0.1
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Reservoir Rd. to Irish Creek

Located in the Amhurst county portion of the George Washington National Forest this is easy gravel trail has a lot to offer. Reservoir road runs parallel to the Pedlar river which offers great trout fishing…
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Total Miles
7.7
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Greasy Springs

Out and back trails are primarily used to access the Appalachian Trail crossing. Narrow 2 track muddy and narrow in places with numerous short side trails. Many nice camping spots throughout the length of the…
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Total Miles
4.3
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi