How long does it take to ride the Virginia Creeper Trail?
HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE? From 2 1/2 to 3 hours depending on how leisurely you want to be about it. We suggest that you take your time because there are many beautiful places to stop and “take it all in”.
Is the Virginia Creeper Trail open now?
The Virginia Creeper Trail is open; however, facilities and services along the trail are limited. The Center for Disease Control’s guidelines related to social distancing will be required for use of the trail during the COVID-19 pandemic along with other steps aimed at protecting public health.
Where should I start on the Virginia Creeper Trail?
The trail officially begins at the Virginia–North Carolina border, but the easiest place to start the Creeper is from the Whitetop Station trailhead. (However, to cover the entire trail, simply ride the extra mile from Whitetop to the North Carolina border before turning around to begin your journey.)
How steep is the Virginia Creeper Trail?
At the trail’s lowest point, where it crosses South Holston Lake on a huge curving trestle, it is 2,000 feet above sea level, but, by the time it reaches Whitetop Community, it has ascended 1,600 feet, some of it at nearly 7 percent grade! The trail began as a Native American footpath.
Can you take a road bike on the Virginia Creeper Trail?
Mountain bikes, hybrid bikes and cruisers work very well, as do cyclocross bikes, “gravel bikes” and other such adventure and touring bikes. Skinny road bike tires are best saved for another day (28 millimeter and larger road bike tires should be fine, however).
Is the Creeper Trail easy?
The gentle grade and easy access points make the Creeper Trail fun for all members of the family, young and old. Anyone looking to see spectacular scenery and cover a lot of ground with minimal effort, especially families seeking an outdoor activity that everyone can enjoy.
Can you ride an ebike on the Virginia Creeper Trail?
These e bikes are pedal assist, meaning the user still has to exert force on the bike, but the motor will match a given output for that rider. Both bikes are suited for road, gravel, and bike trails like the C&O or Virginia Creeper. They are easy to charge and operate.
Can you hike on the Virginia Creeper Trail?
The Va Creeper Trail is open year round for trail runs, hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. This former rail bed passes through the Mount Rogers National Recreation area and the highland country of southwest Virginia.
Is the Creeper Trail Hard?
The Virginia Creeper Trail is hard-packed clay and gravel, making it more suitable for mountain bikes than road bikes. Some sections can be muddy if it has been raining. The trail is also open to hikers and horseback riders.
Is Virginia Creeper Trail paved?
Is the Virginia Creeper Trail paved? No. The trail is a smooth hard packed surface of dirt, crushed cinders, and fine gravel. The trail drains well in most places so there are just a few muddy spots.
Is the Virginia Creeper Trail all downhill?
Suitable for any age, the Virginia Creeper Trail can be enjoyed by all! For those unsure about biking the trail, the 17-mile stretch from Whitetop to Damascus is almost all downhill – which may be the perfect introduction before taking on the full 34-mile trail.
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