Pandapas Pond Loop Trail (Forest Trail #74)
Pandapas Pond is an eight-acre man-made pond located on the eastern Continental Divide, just west of Blacksburg, VA. The pond is situated in a hardwood forest. Rhododendron and flame azalea are abundant. The trail around the pond is less than a mile long and suitable for wheelchairs and strollers. The trail encircles both the pond and the adjacent wetland. Boardwalk and bridges allow hikers a close look at the aquatic life in the riparian area. There are numerous points along the trail that provide good fishing access. Nature hikes are held at Pandapas Pond in the summer. Contact the Eastern Divide Ranger District for more information.
Trail Open To:
Specific Trail Information
Trail Type
General Information
- Trail Length: 0.90 miles
- Blazes: None
- Trail Difficulty: Easy; Wheelchair accessible
- Connecting Trails: Poverty Creek Connector Trail (Forest Trail #74A), Woods and Field Trail (Forest Trail #74D)
- Elevation: 2200 to 2200 feet
- Trail Access Points: LAT 37.281463 LONG -80.469575
- 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 #787. 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
Drinking water is not provided. All water taken from natural sources should be purified before use.
When recreating on Forest Service Lands, follow the safety and outdoor ethics recommendations.
All visitors should follow Tread Lightly and Leave No Trace guidelines.
Getting There
Directions
From Blacksburg, VA: Follow US 460 west for 3.0 miles. Turn left into Pandapas Pond entrance (Across SR 621 - Craig Creek Road). The upper parking lot is for horse and bike riders wishing to access Poverty Creek Trail System. The lower parking lot is for Pandapas Pond visitors. There are two ways to access the pond from the lower parking lot: One trail is near the bulletin board; the other trail is behind the gate near the parking lot entrance. Total travel distance from Blacksburg: 3.5 miles
Additional Information
Operated By
Eastern Divide Ranger District: (540) 552 - 4641
