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Shot Tower - photo: Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation
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    116 Orphanage Dr.
    Max Meadows, VA 24360
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    Max Meadows
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Overlooking the New River, Shot Tower was built more than 200 years ago to make ammunition for the firearms of the early settlers. Lead from the nearby Austinville Mines was melted in a kettle atop the 75-foot tower and poured through a sieve, falling through the tower and an additional 75-foot shaft beneath the tower into a kettle of water. Guests may ascend the tower, which is on the National Register of Historic Places. Interpretive signs provide details on the tower.

Grounds are open from dawn until dusk. The parking lot is open year-round. The tower is open on scheduled days in the summer. Admission to the tower is free, however the daily parking fee applies. Group tours are also available.

Shot Tower Historical State Park is managed as a part of New River Trail State Park.

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Southwest Virginia - Blue Ridge Highlands

Last Updated: 04/09/2018

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