Humpback Bridge
Covington, Virginia
Swim
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Covington, Virginia
- Head southwest on W Main St toward N Monroe Ave (171 ft)
- Turn right at the 1st cross street onto US-60 W/N Monroe AveContinue to follow US-60 W(3.6 mi)
- Turn left onto State Rte 600 (364 ft)
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