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Big Island Reservoir is a very beautiful lake in beautiful surroundings. Summertime highs at Big Island Reservoir generally tend to be in the 80's with overnight lows in the 60's. Daytime highs throughout the winter are in the 40's with winter lows in the 20's overnight here at Big Island Reservoir. Get covered with water paddling on James River, and a splendid site to camp here at Big Island Reservoir is Wildwood Campground. After a long day outdoors Natural
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| | Bridge Hotel is a great spot to spend a night or two; since you're here why not go to Harris Hollow. This lake is so wonderful. You don’t have to go far from Big Island Reservoir to catch a sight of the water at Big Island Dam, and Big Island Reservoir is not the only place nearby, Cushaw Reservoir is a nearby lake. No way I can stop, cause I'm havin' a splendid time here at Big Island Reservoir. Hiking is a popular thing to do around Big Island Reservoir; | |
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Cashaw Creek Trail is a delightful local trail, and why not camp at Yogi Bear's Jellystone At Natural Bridge while you're here at Big Island Reservoir. This lake is so wonderful. If you need a location to stay Red Carpet Inn Lexington
is a great choice; why not take a refreshing hike along the Piney Ridge Trail. Drift down the rapids of Pedlar River in a kayak, and a lake nearby is Otter Lake. Lots of people from Lynchburg come to Big Island Reservoir. Big
Island Reservoir is right by the Sulphur Ridge Trail; some of the water nearby flows, like Battery Creek. Much rainfall falls at Big Island Reservoir; the month with most of the rain is July, and January is the month with the least moisture.
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Coordinates: Latitude: 37.53667 Longitude: -79.35833
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James River, Rockbridge/ Amherst CountyCounty, 6 miles away Class II-III - 5 miles long (Glasgow to Snowdon) |
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Pedlar River, Amherst CountyCounty, 7 miles away Class II-III - 14 miles long (Below Lynchburg Reservoir to Route 640) |
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Pedlar River, Amherst CountyCounty, 7 miles away Class I-III - 3 miles long (Highway 130 to James River) |
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Wildwood Campground
 | Tent Sites, RV Hookups, Pets OK, Fires OK, Store, Nearby Grocery, Pool, Gameroom...TENT:Water/Elec. or Primitive, - 52 RV hookups...Located approx. 5 miles from the James River footbridge (South of the Johns Hollow Shelter, North of the Matts Creek Shelter)exiting the AT onto Route 130. Trail Angel on site (Ken wallace) April through October. Shuttles to and from the trail available. Mail drops accepted. Pets welcomed.
Services available: Large, level Tent & RV Sites. Primitive camping to full hook-ups,Cabins and RV rental units. Laundry facility, hot showers with clean towels and toiletries. Camp store and snack bar. Swimming pool and fishing pond & Game room. Entertainment in the Pavilion Friday & Saturday nights. ... |
James River
 | Not great size untill Balcony falls, Run the falls from just river right of center to river left to avoid a sometimes hidden rock. Great place to surf. River left is a large boulder. if you padle up the eddy of this rock and then murge into the falls you can catch a great wave. Very short rapid so it is perfect for begginners looking to advance thie abilities. Very hard on a canoe.... |
Balcony Falls Trail
 | There is NO WATERFALL at the end, or the middle or the beginning of Balcony FALLS Trail. If you are not interested in waterfalls, then the trail is beautiful, and the climb is invigorating. It makes a good day trip from the city. ... |
Jefferson National Forest
 | 14 miles away Please visit http://www.fs.fed.us/r8/gwj/ for more info on the US Forest Serviceat George Washington and Jefferson National Forests... |
Natural Bridge Koa
 | 15 miles away 4 PHOTOS Tent Sites, RV Hookups, Pets OK, Fires OK, Store, Nearby Grocery, Pool, Gameroom... - 70 RV hookups, PETS:Restrictions... The store... Fun ride... Swimming pool... RV sites... ... Alleghany Mountain ranges and surrounded by over 58,000 acres of National Forest, we have anything your adventurous heart desires.
The magnitude and beauty of the Natural Bridge, a National Historic Landmark and One of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, compels many visitors to come to the area. Surveyed by a young George Washington and once owned by Thomas Jefferson, the Bridge provides a unique, historic, picturesque and natural experience.
Lexington, just 8 miles north of the campground, has recently netted a big share of tourist interest as one of the best small towns in America. With its rich historical background and an entire downtown that is listed on the State and National register of Historic Places, Lexington has much to offer visitors year-round.
Back at the KOA , you can relax in a quiet, wooded, rural setting, nestled in the foothills of the valley. We have a swimming pool, game room and a well-stocked convenience store & gift shop. If you don't feel like cooking, how about a delicious dinner catered right to your camp sight! With hayrides eve... |
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