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Do stop by Otter Lake while you're in this part of Virginia. This lake is so wonderful. Why not camp at Shady Mountain Campground if you're here at Otter Lake. Lakes are delightful; Big Island Reservoir is a lake that's right next door to Otter Lake. Going for a hike on the Piney Ridge Trail is always a good adventure; the summit of Hamilton Knob can be distinguished from Otter Lake. Otter Lake typically gets a great deal of rainfall; July is the month that
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| | gets the most rain, and January on the other hand is the driest. If you come at the right time of year, Pedlar River offers some pleasant whitewater; after a long day outdoors Natural Bridge Hotel is a splendid location to spend a night or two. This lake is so wonderful. There are good spots to explore along the Rocky Row Trail, and get yourself into a kayak and hit James River. Near Otter Lake you come across the Cashaw Creek Trail which is a good hiking | |
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trail; at Otter Lake you always meet someone from Lynchburg. Red Carpet Inn Lexington is a wonderful place to get some rest, and camping is available at Wildwood Campground. All through the warm months highs here at Otter Lake
reach the 80's, and the night is fairly cooler of course, typically in the 60's. The wintertime brings highs down to the 40's, and winter nights come with lows in the 20's to Otter Lake. You don’t have to go far from Otter Lake to
observe the water at Otter Lake Dam. Yep, outdoors fun things to do are in fact bountiful here at Otter Lake. Battery Creek is one of the streams nearby that might be worth checking out, and not far from Otter Lake you'll discover Cushaw Reservoir which is a striking lake.
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Coordinates: Latitude: 37.55639 Longitude: -79.35778
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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, 6 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(II) - 6 miles long (Route 640 to Highway 130) |
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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
 | 13 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
 | 14 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... ... the Blue Ridge and 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... |
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