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Outdoors and Sports Appalachia Loop Trail

Appalachia Loop Trailhead
  • Address
    Cold Springs Drive
    Appalachia, VA 24216
  • Phone
    276-679-8370 (Clinch Ranger Dist Office)
    276-679-8371
  • City
    Appalachia
    Locality
    Wise
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  • Visit Site

Challenging four mile run or pleasant excursion to Little Stone Mountain located in the Jefferson National Forest.  Little Stone runs along the northern side of the Powell Valley with peak elevation of 3934' and provides the backdrop for the town of Big Stone Gap. The Powell Valley begins between Powell Mountain and Little Stone Mountain where the waters of the Powell River flows down from these rugged Wise County Mountains.

Appalachia Loop Trail offers panoramic views of Stone Mountain. Black Mountain and views into Kentucky are possible on clear days. The trail can be rocky and difficult at times with an elevation of 2,300 feet.

Directions from Appalachia, VA: When approaching the intersection of U.S. 58A and Rt. 68 from the south, turn right onto Cold Springs Drive. (You will cross a small bridge.) The trailhead is located at the end of Cold Springs Drive.

54'12.0"N 82°46'19.4"W    36.903331, -82.772060

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Last Updated: 04/01/2021

Related Listings

  • Appalachia, Town of
    Appalachia, Town of
    Main Street
    Appalachia Town Hall
    Appalachia, VA 24216
  • Big Stone Gap
    Big Stone Gap
    619 Gilley Ave
    Big Stone Gap, VA 24219
  • Country Cabin II Appalachian Traditions Village
    Country Cabin II Appalachian Traditions Village
    6034 Kent Junction Road
    Wise, VA 24273
  • Guest River Gorge Trail
    Guest River Gorge Trail
    Clinch Ranger District
    Jefferson National Forest
    Wise, VA 24293
  • Heart of Appalachia Bike Route and Scenic Drive
    Heart of Appalachia Bike Route and Scenic Drive
    Clinch Ranger District
    Jefferson National Forest
    Wise, VA 24293
  • Heart of Appalachia Visitor's Center
    Heart of Appalachia Visitor's Center
    3028 4th Avenue Market Square
    Saint Paul, VA 24283
  • Jessie Lea RV Park & Campground
    Jessie Lea RV Park & Campground
    900 Wood Ave W
    , VA 24219
  • Powell Valley Scenic Overlook
    Powell Valley Scenic Overlook
    US 23 N
    Norton, VA 24273

What's Nearby

  • Powell River Railbed Trail
    Powell River Railbed Trail
    722 West Main Street
    Appalachia, VA 24216
    0.52 MI
  • The Appalachia Cultural Arts Center
    The Appalachia Cultural Arts Center
    Main Street
    Appalachia, VA 24216
    0.63 MI
  • Louis E. Henegar Miners Memorial Park
    Louis E. Henegar Miners Memorial Park
    Callahan Avenue
    Appalachia, VA 24216
    1.61 MI
  • Gap Lumber Company
    Gap Lumber Company
    1521 3rd Ave E
    Big Stone Gap, VA 24219
    1.75 MI
  • Tiger Market & Deli
    Tiger Market & Deli
    103 E 19th St N
    Big Stone Gap, VA 24219
    1.82 MI

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