Tower Hill Mountain (Forest Trail #452)

Area Status: Open

This trail traverses through a mixed hardwood forest and provides access to the top of Tower Hill Mountain.  Enjoy the solitude of a quiet and less-traveled area.

Trail Open To:

Trail HikingBicycle RidingHorse Riding

At a Glance

Open Season: Open year round
Restrictions: 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.   
Closest Towns: Bath Alum, VA - Bath County
Water: No drinking water available. All water taken from natural sources should be purified before use.
Restroom: Restrooms are not available. Leave No Trace when disposing of human waste.
Operated By: James River and Warm Springs Ranger District: (540) 839 - 2521
Information Center: For more information contact: James River and Warm Springs Ranger District 422 Forestry Road Hot Springs, VA 24445 540-839-2521 Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 - 12:00 and 12:30 - 4:30  

General Information

Directions:

From Warm Springs: Take Highway 39 east for 5.5 miles. Turn left onto SR 609 and proceed for 2.7 miles. Take SR 624 across the cement bridge and go .6 miles. Tower Mill Mountain Trailhead is on the left.


General Notes:
  • Trail Length:  1.02 miles
  • Blazes:  Blue
  • Trail Difficulty:  Moderate
  • Connecting Trails:  None
  • Elevation:  1770 feet to 2350 feet
  • Trail Access Points (Approximate LAT/LONG):
    • LAT 38.09 LONG -79.69
  • 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.  Horse riders are responsible for the control of their horse at all times.

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 #791.  Maps may be purchased at some local District Ranger Stations, at outdoor retail locations or by visiting the National Geographic’s Trails Illustrated website.

 


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Activities

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Location

 
  Area/Length : 
1.02 miles

  Latitude : 
38.09

  Longitude : 
-79.69

  Elevation : 
1770 feet - 2350 feet