Back Creek Gorge
1.9 mi
Distance
125 ft
Elev. Gain
42m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Back Creek Gorge is a point-to-point trail in George Washington National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Bath County, Virginia. It is 1.9 miles long and gains 125 feet. The surface is dirt. The nearest town is Hot Springs, Virginia, about 4 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 515 ft |
| High point | 1.1 mi | 550 ft |
| End | 1.5 mi | 504 ft |
Trail Details
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Dirt
Official sources & verification
Managed by United States Forest Service
Source of truth
- Agency source page
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Managing agency
- United States Forest Service
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Hot Springs, VA · about 4 mi away
- County:
- Bath County, VA
- Jurisdiction:
- George Washington National Forest · United States Forest Service
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