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Confederate Breastworks Interpretive Site
A popular scenic viewing area for fall foliage, this winding 0.5 mile interpretive trail meanders along the top of Shenandoah Mountain. Relive the events of April 1862 through the letters of Captain Shepherd Pryor, a member of the 12th Georgia Regiment, to his wife. This is also a popular access point to the gently rolling Shenandoah Mountain Trail, and Ramseys Draft Wilderness.
At a Glance
| Fees: | No Fee |
|---|---|
| Open Season: | Open year round |
| Restrictions: | Collecting archaeological resources or artifacts is prohibited under Title 43, US Code of Federal Regulations, Part 7. |
| Closest Towns: | West Augusta, VA |
| Water: | No drinking water available |
| Restroom: | Vault toilet |
| Operated By: | North River Ranger District: 540-432-0187 & Highland County (540) 468-2550 |
General Information
Directions:From I-81: Exit 225 and travel west on the State Route 275 Bypass for 5 miles. Turn right onto US 250 and drive for 22 miles to the Confederate Breastworks Trailhead located on top of Shenandoah Mountain.
Activities
Mountain Biking
Recreation areas with activity Mountain Biking:Day Hiking
Recreation areas with activity Day Hiking:Viewing Scenery
Recreation areas with activity Viewing Scenery:Interpretive Areas
Recreation areas with activity Interpretive Areas:Alerts & Warnings
- Closed Districts - Clinch and Mount Rogers
- Todd Lake Day Use Area Closed
- Hone Quarry Campground Closed
- State of Emergency in Virginia
- Balcony Falls to Skimmer Transmission Line Reconstruction Project
- Beartree Lake restoration project facility changes
- Low Moor Shooting Range to Temporarily Close
- Temporary Delays - Mount Rogers NRA Roads
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