Austin Gap Trail (Forest Trail # 201A)
The Austin Gap Trail is a difficult, 4-mile loop trail which climbs 750 ft. The trail features scenic vistas and connections to the Pine Mountain Trail.
Trail Open To:
Specific Trail Information
Trail Type
General Information
- Trail Length: 4.10 miles
- Blazes: Blue
- Trail Difficulty: Difficult
- Connecting Trails: FT #201 - Pine Mountain Trail
- Elevation: 1920 to 2670 feet
- Trail Access Points (Approximate LAT/LONG):
- LAT 37.1653 LONG -82.5859
- Trail Etiquette: Trail etiquette for multiple use trails calls for horses to have the right-of-way. Hikers should yield to horses. Bicyclists should yield to horses and hikers. When recreating on Forest Service Lands, follow the safety and outdoor ethics recommendations.
- 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.
Trail is open all year.
No drinking water available. All water taken from natural sources should be purified before use.
When recreating on Forest Service Lands, follow the Forest Rules for Visitors and Forest Supervisor’s Orders.
Motorized use, including e-bikes, is prohibited. Trails are open to hiking, biking, and horseback riding.
All visitors should follow Tread Lightly and Leave No Trace guidelines.
Getting There
Directions
From Pound, VA: Begin mileage at the first exit for Pound VA on Highway 23 at mile marker 55.4 and travel north for 3.4 miles. Take a right onto SR 630 (Almira Road) and follow for 3.0 miles to Austin Cemetery. The trail begins across the road from Austin Cemetery.
Additional Information
Operated By
Clinch Ranger District: (276) 679-8370
