Spring Lake, Blue Ridge Mountains, Buena Vista (city) County, Virginia

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     This lake is so wonderful. Dry warm beds await you at Wingate by Wyndham Lexington; you'll discover a scenic lake called Sheppe Pond. Lakes are such calm places, why not visit Lynchburg Reservoir near Spring Lake, and close by you stumble on the Cashaw Creek Trail which is a good hiking trail. Life's too short to enjoy all the enjoyable things close to Spring Lake. Reservoir Hollow is near Spring Lake and is a brilliant location, and going for a hike on the  
   Piney Ridge Trail is always a good adventure.
Life's too short to enjoy all the fun things in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Shady Mountain Campground is a tremendous local campground, and some of the water nearby flows, like Chalk Mine Run. This lake is so wonderful. There are some great whitewater spots on Marl Creek; the Rocky Row Trail is a great hiking trail nearby. Summer at Spring Lake comes with high temperatures in the 80's. Once the sun is down it
 
               descends down to the 60's. High temperatures during the winter are normally in the 40's with temperatures at Spring Lake dipping down into the 20's throughout winter nights.
This lake is located in the wonderful Blue Ridge Mountains. The amount of rain that falls at Spring Lake is close to the national average; most of the rain falls all through May, and January is when it's the driest. Spring Lake is a pleasant location to visit for more than one day, Oronoco Campground is a pleasant location to camp nearby, and if you come at the right time of year, Hay's Creek offers some great whitewater.
So much exciting stuff in the Blue Ridge Mountains, just amazing. You must absolutely explore Little Pinnacle since you're here at Spring Lake, and brilliant water scenery is available at Keys Mill Dam right next door to Spring Lake. The peak of Elephant Mountain can be observed from Spring Lake; Super 8 Lexington VA is a glorious location to get some rest. What a site this is for outdoors people.

 
Super 8 Lexington VA, Lexington
6 miles away
Super 8 Lexington is located off I-81, Exit 191 or I-64 Exit 55. Virginia Horse Center is just one mile. Washington and Lee University & Virginia Military Institute are 5 miles. The property's amenit...

Wingate by Wyndham Lexington, Lexington
6 miles away
At Wingate by Wyndham we know you mean business. Our hotel is proud to offer a host of valuable amenities at no extra cost to you. Our all inclusive pricing model gives you access to services and be...

Current weather conditions at Spring Lake, Blue Ridge Mountains, Buena Vista (city) County, Virginia
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Local climate location: LEXINGTON 15 miles away


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  Coordinates:
Latitude: 37.72528
Longitude: -79.35694

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These outdoors activities are available near Spring Lake.
 Hotels Near Spring Lake:
Super 8 Lexington VA, Lexington, 6 miles away
Wingate by Wyndham Lexington, Lexington, 6 miles away
Red Carpet Inn Blacksburg, Blacksburg, 6 miles away
Economy Inn, Lexington, 6 miles away
Sleep Inn & Suites, Lexington, 6 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Spring Lake:
Shady Mountain Campground, Amherst County, 5 miles away
Oronoco Campground, Amherst County, 6 miles away
Lee Hi Campground, Lexington, 7 miles away
Long's Campground, Lexington, 7 miles away
 Whitewater Near Spring Lake:
Hay's Creek, Rockbridge CountyCounty, 1 miles away
      Class II-III(V+) - 1.25 miles long (Eastfields to Walker's Creek)
Marl Creek, Rockbridge CountyCounty, 3 miles away
      Class IV-V - 0.2 miles long (roadside Route 706)
Maury River, Rockbridge CountyCounty, 6 miles away
      Class II(III) - 32 miles long (Rockbridge Baths to James River)
 National Parks Near Spring Lake:
Booker T Washington National Monument, Hardy - VA, 40 miles away
 Trails Near Spring Lake:
Rocky Row Trail, Rockbridge County, 7 miles away
Cashaw Creek Trail, Amherst County, 7 miles away
Piney Ridge Trail, Bedford County, 9 miles away
 Lakes Near Spring Lake:
Lynchburg Reservoir, Amherst CountyCounty, 6 miles away
Sheppe Pond, Amherst CountyCounty, 7 miles away

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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. ...

Wildwood Campground
11 miles away
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. ...

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...

Goshen Pass Trail
13 miles away
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....

Natural Bridge Koa
13 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...
... 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 activities every holiday, visitors of ...

Cold Sulphur Camp Ground
15 miles away
My Family camps here all the time,˙ it is a beautiful campground,˙ I would highly recommend it....The correct address for Cold Sulphur Campground is
˙ Cold Sulphur Springs Campground
˙PO Box 74
˙Goshen,˙ VA
˙˙ 24439
˙˙ Phone number is 650-997-5401
˙My Family camps here all the time,˙ it is a beautiful campground,˙ I would highly recommend it....

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