Laurel Fork Trail (Forest Trail #206)
Laurel Fork Trail offers serene forest views along a small stream. This is a short (1.4 miles) but moderately challenging hike with some steep sections.
Trail Open To:
Specific Trail Information
Trail Type
General Information
- Trail Length: 1.40 miles
- Blazes: Yellow
- Trail Difficulty: Moderate
- Connecting Trails: None
- Elevation: 1580 to 1800 feet
- Trail Access Points (Approximate LAT/LONG):
LAT 37.1239 LONG -82.6355
- Trail Map: It is recommended that all trail users always carry a reliable map. This trail is shown on the Interactive Visitor Map and the National Geographic/Trails Illustrated Map #793. Maps may be purchased at some local District Ranger Stations, at outdoor retail locations or by visiting the National Geographic’s Trails Illustrated website.
Open year round
No fee.
No drinking water available. All water taken from natural sources should be purified before use.
When recreating on Forest Service Lands, follow the safety and outdoor ethics recommendations. Motorized use, including e-bikes, is prohibited.
All visitors should follow Tread Lightly and Leave No Trace guidelines.
Getting There
Directions
From Pound, VA: Travel north on Highway 23 to the last exit for Pound, VA, and turn left onto SR 630. Follow for 0.9 miles to the parking lot of the North Fork of Pound Reservoir. The beginning of the trail is to the left of the vault toilets adjacent to the parking lot.
Additional Information
Operated By
Clinch Ranger District: (276) 679-8370
