
Channels Trail
6.1 mi
Distance
2,241 ft
Elev. Gain
2h 49m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Difficult
Difficulty
About This Trail
Channels Trail is a point-to-point trail in Jefferson National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Washington County, Virginia. It is 6.1 miles long and gains 2,241 feet. The nearest town is Meadowview, Virginia, about 5 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 | 513 ft |
| End | 4.9 mi | 1,130 ft |
Trail Details
- Route Type
- Point to Point
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:
- Meadowview, VA · about 5 mi away
- County:
- Washington County, VA
- Jurisdiction:
- Jefferson National Forest · United States Forest Service
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Imported route
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