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Clinch Ranger District
The Clinch Ranger District, located in the Cumberland Mountains section of the Appalachian Plateau in southwest Virginia, has mountainous terrain, deep valleys, and fresh bodies of water where visitors can enjoy a variety of recreational opportunities. The district has four campgrounds, four lakes, and plenty of rivers and streams for whitewater kayaking and fishing. In addition, it has over 100 miles of multi-use trail. Some popular landmarks are High Knob Tower and Birch Knob Observation Tower, both of which provide panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. Visitors, if they are lucky, can spot elk, wild turkey, and eagles among its rich, biodiverse ecosystem. The closest towns to the district are Pound, Clintwood, and Norton, Virginia.
At a Glance
| Information Center: | The Clinch Ranger District office is located at: 1700 Park Avenue SW; Norton, VA 24273 276-679-8370 |
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Activities
Campground Camping
Areas for Campground Camping at Clinch Ranger District
- Bark Camp Lake Campground
- Bark Camp Recreation Area
- Cane Patch Campground
- Cave Springs Recreation Area
- High Knob Recreation Area
RV Camping
Areas for RV Camping at Clinch Ranger District
- Bark Camp Lake Campground
- Bark Camp Recreation Area
- Cane Patch Campground
- Cave Springs Recreation Area
Group Camping
Areas for Group Camping at Clinch Ranger District
Cabin Rentals
Lake and Pond Fishing
Areas for Lake and Pond Fishing at Clinch Ranger District
River and Stream Fishing
Areas for River and Stream Fishing at Clinch Ranger District
Day Hiking
Areas for Day Hiking at Clinch Ranger District
- Austin Gap Trail (Forest Trail # 201A)
- Bark Camp Recreation Area
- Bark Camp Lakeshore Trail (Forest Trail #211)
- Kitchen Rock Trail (Forest Trail #209)
- Birch Knob Observation Site
- Cane Patch Campground
- Cave Springs Recreation Area
- Stone Mountain Trail (Forest Trail #207)
- Chief Benge Scout Trail (Forest Trail #401)
- Devil's Fork Trail (Forest Trail #210)
- Guest River Gorge Trail (Forest Trail #216)
- Hanging Rock Day Use Area
- Little Stony Trail (Forest Trail #331)
- High Knob Recreation Area
- High Knob Lakeshore Loop (Forest Trail #401A)
- High Knob Trail (Forest Trail #120)
- High Knob Tower
- Lake Keokee Day Use Area
- Lake Keokee Loop (Forest Trail #402)
- Olinger Gap Trail (Forest Trail #327)
- Laurel Fork Trail (Forest Trail #206)
- North Fork of Pound Boat Launch
- Phillips Creek Day Use Area
- Pine Mountain Trail (Forest Trail #201)
- Red Fox Trail (Forest Trail #205)
- Straight Fork Ridge Trail (Forest Trail #204)
- Wallen Ridge Trail (Forest Trail #329)
Viewing Scenery
Areas for Viewing Scenery at Clinch Ranger District
Picnicking
Areas for Picnicking at Clinch Ranger District
- Bark Camp Recreation Area
- Cave Springs Recreation Area
- Hanging Rock Day Use Area
- High Knob Recreation Area
- Lake Keokee Day Use Area
- Phillips Creek Day Use Area
Group Picnicking
Areas for Group Picnicking at Clinch Ranger District
Boating - Motorized
Areas for Boating - Motorized at Clinch Ranger District
Boating - Non-Motorized
Areas for Boating - Non-Motorized at Clinch Ranger District
Swimming
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