Pauls Creek - Hike and Swim near Nellysford, Virginia
Nellysford,Virginia
37.92099, -78.86708
2.2 miles N of Nellysford, Virginia
GPS: 37°55'15.6"N 78°52'1.5"W
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State: Virginia

Hike and Swim

Paul's Creek Trail is a beautiful short hike to a unique little swimming hole. From the parking lot to the waterfall and back is a quick and easy 1.2 mile hike. This makes this a beautiful hike that is accessible to hikers of all levels. 

Along the trail hikers will follow Paul's Creek until it transforms into a cascading waterfall. At the bottom of the waterfall the creek deepens into a functioning swimming hole, and the rocks form the natural waterslide Paul's Creek is famous for. The water has smoothed the stones at the bottom of the waterfall smooth enough to allow visitors to slide into the swimming hole below. 

Paul's Creek is a uniquely beautiful and easily accessible location to experience nature. The beautiful waterfall makes a great location to visit year round for its beautiful views and exhilarating trails.  

4.2K Edited by tasiawhicker

Be courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.

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  1. Plan Ahead and Prepare
  2. Travel & camp on durable surfaces
  3. Dispose of waste properly
  4. Leave what you find
  5. Minimize campfire impacts
  6. Respect wildlife
  7. Be considerate of other visitors

Directions

From Nellysford, Virginia

  1. Head northwest on State Rte 634 toward VA-151 N (121 ft)
  2. Turn right onto VA-151 N
    Pass by Wells Fargo Bank (on the left)
    (1.6 mi)
  3. Turn left onto State Rte 613 (0.2 mi)
  4. Turn left onto Rodes Valley Dr (1.2 mi)
  5. Turn left onto Crawfords Climb (0.6 mi)
  6. Turn right onto Pauls Creek Ct (285 ft)
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