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The Channels Natural Area Preserve

  • Raven Ridge,
  • Saltville,
  • VA
  • USA

Adventure Type

Hike, Primitive Camping, Trail

Natural Features

Cave, Cliff, Rock scramble, Mountains, Rock Formation

Views

Overlook

Terrain

Dirt, Forest, Mountain, Rocky

Traffic

Average, Heavy, Seasonal

Difficulty

Easy

Elevation

4133 ft

Activities

Biking, Bird watching, Fishing, Horseback riding, Mountain biking, Walking, Wildlife watching

Average Weather

30 °
Spring
50 °
Summer
30 °
Fall
0 °
Winter
More About The Channels Natural Area Preserve

Wedding Rules

  • Allowed? Unknown

Cost & Fees

  • Wedding Permit
  • Photography Permit
  • Per Car $0
  • Per Person $0
  • Per Night $0
  • Parking $0

Contact

Always consult the official website for the most current information.

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About The Channels Natural Area Preserve

Amenities

  • Parking: Gravel lot, Limited, Arrive early, Free
  • Restrooms: No
  • Potable Water: No
  • Other: None

Rules & Regulations

  • Leave No Trace, Pack-in, pack-out, no events, no food vendors, no alcohol, no overnight stays, no camping, no smoking, no open flames, no swimming
  • Fires: No
  • Accessibility: Walk to site
  • Dogs: Yes, with leash
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Hours

Dusk to dawn

Reservations

Not needed, First-come-first serve

Best Time to go

April, May, June, July, September, October

Peak Season

April, May, June, July, August, September, October

Off Season

January, February, March, November, December

What's around Saltville?

Accommodations

Air BnB, Bed & Breakfast, Hotel, Inn, Tent Camping

Necessities

Gas, Groceries, Hospital, Pharmacy, Dining

Attractions

Brewery, Museum, National forest, Restaurants, Shopping, Visitor Center, Winery

Transportation

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