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Outdoors and Sports Locher Tract / Balcony Falls Trail

Locher Tract / Balcony Falls Trail
  • Address
    Rt. 782
    Glasgow, VA 24555
  • Phone
    540-463-3777
    540-291-2188 (US Forestry Dept.)
  • City
    Glasgow
    Locality
    Rockbridge
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Mostly following old roads, Balcony Falls Trail begins with a gentle climb. It overlooks the town of Glasgow and the James River, offering hikers fantastic scenery to reward their steep ascent across switchbacks that are no leisurely stroll. There are no waterfalls along this trail like the name suggests.

7.6 MILES
DIFFICULTY: MODERATE
DRIVE TIME: 30 MINS
HIKE TIME: 4 HRS
DISTANCE: 7.6 MILES
VIEWS: WILD AND DEVELOPED

From the parking lot, the start of the trail is at the farm gate to the right and is open to hikers, bikers and horseback riders. After one mile, the trail turns right onto another old road and continues through the woods at a slight incline. The first 2.2 miles of this trail is a leisurely stroll, but as you enter the James River Face Wilderness it begins to climb along the ridgeline. This section is significantly steeper but offers fantastic views of the James River.

From VA-130 W, drive 3.1 miles, turn left onto VA-759 S, and left onto State Route 782. The road ends at the Locher Tract parking area.

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Last Updated: 01/31/2019

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