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    Lake Merriweather is a lake worth visiting. This lake is so wonderful. After a long day outdoors Howard Johnson Inn Lexington, Virginia is a glorious spot to spend a night or two; in case you don’t have a problem getting soaked, you can always go whitewater paddling on Calfpasture River. Nearby lakes? Sure, Cold Sulpher Springs Lake is right next door to Lake Merriweather, and the Shore Trail offers hiking at its best. Lake Merriweather is right by the Missing  
   Link Trail, and there's some attention-grabbing stuff to catch a glimpse of at Goshen Dam in close proximity to Lake Merriweather.
Since you're here at Lake Merriweather why not check out Chambers Hollow, and at Lake Merriweather you always meet someone from Staunton-Waynesboro. This lake is so wonderful. Lexington - Days Inn Keydet General is a pleasant place to get some rest, and a glorious location to camp here at Lake Merriweather is Long's Campground.
 
               Having a good time at Lake Merriweather is uncomplicated.
From Lake Merriweather you get a great sight of Knob Mountain; camping at Cold Sulphur Camp Ground is always a fine experience. You're probably addicted to lakes, Craigsville Reservoir is one of those close by, and Laurel Run has a delightful whitewater paddling spot close by. Lake Merriweather is a wet site that gets much rainfall; of all the months in a year July is the one with the most rain while December is ordinarily the driest month.
High temperatures at Lake Merriweather during the summertime are in the 80's; all through summer nights temperatures are in the 50's. For the duration of the winter highs are in the 30's, and winter nights come with lows in the 10's to Lake Merriweather. All the outdoors entertaining things in the neighborhood of Lake Merriweather will keep you coming back many times. There's perfect hiking along the Goshen Pass Trail; unsurprisingly Calfpasture River is a striking stream that is worth going to.

 
Lexington - Days Inn Keydet General, Lexington
9 miles away
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Howard Johnson Inn Lexington, Virginia, Lexington
9 miles away
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Current weather conditions at Lake Merriweather, Rockbridge County, Virginia
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Local climate location: HOT SPRINGS 3 miles away


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  Coordinates:
Latitude: 37.95972
Longitude: -79.45917

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These outdoors activities are available near Lake Merriweather.
 Hotels Near Lake Merriweather:
Lexington - Days Inn Keydet General, Lexington, 9 miles away
Howard Johnson Inn Lexington, Virginia, Lexington, 9 miles away
Days Inn Lexington, Lexington, 9 miles away
Best Western Inn At Hunt Ridge, Lexington, 9 miles away
Sleep Inn , Inn & Suites, Lexington, 9 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Lake Merriweather:
Cold Sulphur Camp Ground, Goshen, 2 miles away
Long's Campground, Lexington, 8 miles away
Lake Robertson Rec Park, Lexington, 9 miles away
Lee Hi Campground, Lexington, 10 miles away
 Whitewater Near Lake Merriweather:
Calfpasture River, Augusta/Rockbridge CountyCounty, 1 miles away
      Class I-II - 4 miles long (Goshen to Maury River)
Laurel Run, Rockbridge CountyCounty, 2 miles away
      Class IV-V - 1.5 miles long (Game road to Maury River)
Maury River, Bath/ Rockbridge CountyCounty, 3 miles away
      Class III+(IV) - 6 miles long (Goshen Pass to Rockbridge Baths)
 National Parks Near Lake Merriweather:
Booker T Washington National Monument, Hardy - VA, 47 miles away
 Trails Near Lake Merriweather:
Goshen Pass Trail, Rockbridge County, 1 miles away
Shore Trail, Rockbridge County, 1 miles away
Missing Link Trail, Rockbridge County, 1 miles away
 Lakes Near Lake Merriweather:
Cold Sulpher Springs Lake, Rockbridge CountyCounty, 4 miles away
Craigsville Reservoir, Augusta CountyCounty, 10 miles away

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Goshen Pass Trail
Hiked Goshen Pass from swinging bridge along Maury R. Turning left and steeply up To Chambers Ridge, and returned via the Hunters Tr. much of the trail poorly maintained and eroded. Nice variety, and very easy once on Chambers Ridge. Trail signs leave something to be desired....

Cold Sulphur Camp Ground
My Family camps here all the time,ÿ it is a beautiful campground,ÿ I would highly recommend it....The correct address for Cold Sulphur Campground is
ÿ Cold Sulphur Springs Campground
ÿPO Box 74
ÿGoshen,ÿ VA
ÿÿ 24439
ÿÿ Phone number is 650-997-5401
ÿMy Family camps here all the time,ÿ it is a beautiful campground,ÿ I would highly recommend it....

Natural Bridge Koa
17 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...
...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 every weekend, and planned activit...

Jefferson National Forest
17 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...

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