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Carvins Cove Natural Reserve
- 4300 Carvins Cove Road,
- Salem,
- VA
- USA
Adventure Type
Hike
Natural Features
Beach, Lake
Views
Sunrise, Sunset, Overlook
Terrain
Beach, Forest, Valley
Traffic
Heavy, Very Heavy, Seasonal
Difficulty
Very Easy, Easy
Elevation
1168 ft
Activities
Biking, Bird watching, Boating, Fishing, Hiking, Horseback riding, Mountain biking, Paddling, Scenic driving, Stargazing, Walking, Wildlife watching, Observation Point
Average Weather
30
°
Spring
50
°
Summer
30
°
Fall
0
°
Winter
Wedding Rules
- Allowed? Yes, group limit, with restrictions
- Group Limit: 50
- Permit Duration: 1 day
- Marriage License: Roanoke Circuit Court
Cost & Fees
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Wedding Permit $100
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Photography Permit
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Per Car $7
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Per Person $3
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Per Night
-
Parking
Contact
Always consult the official website for the most current information.
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What does Carvins Cove Natural Reserve look like?
About Carvins Cove Natural Reserve
Amenities
- Parking: Park on site, Paved lot, Limited
- Restrooms: Yes
- Potable Water: Unknown
- Other: Picnic table, Trash, Picnic Shelter, Amphitheater
Rules & Regulations
- Leave No Trace, no alcohol, no overnight stays, no camping, no balloons, no swimming
- Accessibility: ADA accessible, Boat access, Park on site, Walk to site, Paved
- Dogs: Yes, with leash
Hours
6:00 am - 11:00 pm
Reservations
Required
Best Time to go
April, May, June, July, August, September, October
Peak Season
May, June, July, August
Off Season
January, February, March, November, December
What's around Salem?
Accommodations
Air BnB, Bed & Breakfast, Cabins, Camping, Cottage, Farmhouse, Hotel, RV Site, Tent Camping
Necessities
Gas, Groceries, Hospital, Pharmacy, Dining
Attractions
Brewery, Shopping
