Piney River
Sperryville, Virginia
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38°42'37.8"N 78°16'35.0"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Virginia |
Rivers
Hike and Swim
Piney River is a great location for visitors hoping to experience multiple swimming holes in the same location. Visitors hoping to reach the swimming holes should follow Cumberland Trail down Piney River. There are several spots where the water widens and allows for swimming. One of these swimming holes is located at the bottom of a small waterfall.
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Be courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
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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 Sperryville, Virginia
- Head northwest on US-522 N (200 ft)
- Turn right to stay on US-522 N (0.1 mi)
- Turn right onto US-211 E/
US-522 N (0.8 mi) - Turn left onto Old Hollow Rd (1.0 mi)
- Continue onto Swindler Hollow Rd (2.2 mi)
- Continue onto Pickeral Ridge Ln (0.1 mi)
- Turn leftDestination will be on the right(1.7 mi)
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