Longdale
Clifton Forge, Virginia
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37°47'23.4"N 79°42'8.9"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Virginia |
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More Information
- 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 Clifton Forge, Virginia
- Head east on US-60 Business E/Main St toward Jefferson AveContinue to follow US-60 Business E(2.0 mi)
- Turn right onto State Rte 632 (1.8 mi)
- Continue onto VA-269 E (4.4 mi)
- Turn right onto F271/Tri County Rd (499 ft)
- Slight right onto Tri County Rd (0.1 mi)
- Continue onto Green Pasture TrailDestination will be on the left(0.4 mi)
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