Renick, West Virginia
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Top Photography Spots in and near Renick
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Fayetteville, West Virginia
Hike to the Nuttallburg Headhouse
1.4 mi / 400 ft gainFrom Lansing-Edmond road, turn right onto Beauty Mountain Road. Go for 0.1 miles and the road will appear to split into three roads. The main road goes left, but take the middle road here. After another 0.1 miles you will arrive at a gate with a few parking spaces on the left side. Do not block t...Read more -
Fayetteville, West Virginia
Hike Around the Trails of Nuttallburg
5.03 mi / 200 ft gain**The road to Nuttallburg is part gravel and only wide enough for one car. Take caution driving along this road-you may have to back up some if you meet another car. Nuttallburg is an old coal mining town that once thrived in the early 1900's, but fell into ruin and then was restored by the Natio...Read more -
Edmond, West Virginia
Hike the Endless Wall Trail
4.72 mi / 260 ft gainFrom the Fern Creek Trailhead this is a 2.0 mile out and back hike to Diamond Point. The trail is relatively flat with minimal elevation gain and has a bridge stream crossing. When you arrive at the sign stating "Climber's Access", take a short side trip here to see the views of the gorge. Contin...Read more -
Fayetteville, West Virginia
Hike the Kaymoor Miners Trail
5.02 mi / 900 ft gainKaymoor was on old West Virginia coal mining town that thrived in the early 1900's until it was abandoned in the 1950's. Along this trail you will see remnants of the old mine entrance, mining cars, a coal processing plant, and coke ovens, among other structures. This trail, although short, is qu...Read more -
Fayetteville, West Virginia
Hike the Long Point Trail
4.83.2 mi / 200 ft gainWith minimal elevation gain, this 3.2 mile hike can be done in a short amount of time. From the parking lot, take the trail to the right of the bathroom. There will be two trail intersections at 0.4 miles and 0.7 miles, both of which are well marked. Stay straight at both intersections to remain ...Read more -
Beaver, West Virginia
Grandview Overlook in the New River Gorge
5.0From the main parking lot at Grandview's visitor center, follow the well marked paved trail about 0.1 miles to the Main Overlook. There is a large platform for viewing the New River here. A wide angle lens is best to photograph this large bend in the river. There is another overlook in the park...Read more -
Pembroke, Virginia
Hike to Wind Rock
4.70.5 mi / 400 ft gainAt the parking lot cross the gravel road to the trail head that starts at a map posted on the edge of the road. Hike a quick quarter-mile where you'll turn left to a large rocky outcrop with views of the blueridge. You'll pass a campsite with fire ring before the rocky outcrop and overlook. I've ...Read more -
Troutville, Virginia
Tinker Cliffs via Andy Lane Trail
4.87.15 mi / 1844 ft gainLooking for a day trip? Look no further than Tinker Cliffs, tucked away in Virginia. This trail provides a workout that is loaded with flowers, bridges, rocks, and views that will leave you inspired to explore more! The Trail There are no restrooms located at the parking lot or along the trail....Read more -
Ansted, West Virginia
Hike the Hawks Nest Rail Trail
4.33.6 mi / 200 ft gainYou can start walking on this well-graded rail trail either from Ansted or down by the New River at the Hawk's Nest Nature Center. If you start from the top you will lose a couple hundred feet in elevation and have to walk back up to your car (it is an easy walk though). Bikes are also allowed on...Read more -
Newport, Virginia
Hike the War Spur Loop
3.52.7 mi / 300 ft gainThis is an awesome hike to do with limited time. It only took about 2 hours total with time to chill at the overlook. There's a map at the beginning of the trailhead which also shows how to connect over to the Appalachian Trail via the War Spur Connector Trail if you have more time in your day.F...Read more -
Ansted, West Virginia
Turkey Creek Falls in Hawks Nest SP
0.99 mi / 26 ft gainPark in the boat ramp lot by Hawks Nest Lake. Note that the road to get down to this parking lot is a one lane (two-way traffic) steep gravel road, but it is passable with low-clearance vehicles. From the parking area take the path towards the Hawks Nest Dam, also labeled the "Fisherman's Trail...Read more -
Ansted, West Virginia
Watch a Sunrise at Hawks Nest Overlook
5.0Hawk's Nest State Park is a true gem in the New River Gorge area. It has a roadside overlook that looks out over a horseshoe bend of the New River with views of the Hawk's Nest Dam and of a railroad bridge across the river. From the parking area, simply walk about 200 feet out to the stone overlo...Read more -
Craig County, Virginia
Hike to Kelly's Knob via the Appalachian Trail
4.34 mi / 500 ft gainThis is a great day hike for families or groups looking to get out for a short hike on the Appalachian Trail in Jefferson National Forest.From 460W Take Blue Grass Trail Rd then a left onto Clover Hollow Rd/State Route 601. Continue on this for 6.7 miles until you reaches an intersection with the...Read more -
Eagle Rock, Virginia
Canoe or Kayak the Upper James River
4.3Put in at the Horseshoe Bend Boat Ramp near Buchanan, VA. The pin on the map will take you right there. Takeout will be at the boat ramp in downtown Buchanan, approximately 9 miles down river. This ramp is located just above the Rt. 11 bridge.Twin River Outfitters uses this ramp also, so there's ...Read more -
Newport, Virginia
Hike to the Keffer Oak on the Appalachian Trail
4.32.6 mi / 600 ft gainYou can park your car at the small gravel lot where VA-42 and Rt. 629 intersect. Starting from the Appalachian Trail crossing at VA-42, head north on the AT, which winds through some grass meadows. After about 0.8 miles into the hike you will cross Rt. 630 (Northside Road) on a bridge over Sinki...Read more -
Salem, Virginia
McAfee Knob
4.77.79 mi / 1296 ft gainIntro McAfee Knob is one of the most photographed and picturesque locations along the Appalachian Trail. Once you reach McAfee Knob, you'll have almost 270 degree views of the the Roanoke Valley to the East, Catawba Valley and North Mountain to the West, and Tinker Cliffs to the North. Due to t...Read more