George Washington National Forest

Last updated 11/16/2003
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Metro Area Minutes Miles
Greensboro 323 209
Raleigh 406 283
Winston-Salem 397 284

Additional Information:

Dry River Ranger District
US Department of Agriculture Forest Service
112 North River Road
Bridgewater, VA 22812

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Information
Map Links
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ORV Fees
  • None
Trail Summary
  • Most trails are accessible to stock (unmodified) four wheel drive vehicles.
  • Individual trails vary in length from 1.0 miles to 3.0 miles, but the ORV area networks the trails that they may be connected in series.
  • Many washouts and deep holes provide a challenge for a variety of vehicles.
  • Trail ratings range from 2-7 [1-10 scale]
Terrain Summary
  • The terrain is undulating foothills and mountain "goat trails."
  • Some areas offer exposed rock obstacles and steep hill climbs
  • Standing pools of mud and stream crossings may be expected, with more severe conditions following heavy rainfall
Lodging
Camping
  • Primitive camping is free and permitted anywhere in GWNF that is not posted as a "No Camping" site
  • Brandywine Recreation Area (Tent/Trailer/Motorhome) [Camping, fishing, picnicking, restrooms, swimming, drinking water, trailer pads, trailer dump station]