0.5 mi
Distance
36 ft
Elev. Gain
12m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Terrapin is a point-to-point trail in George Washington National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Amherst County, Virginia. It is 0.5 miles long and gains 36 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to bikes and closed to horses. The nearest town is Big Island, Virginia, about 3 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 | 291 ft |
| End | 0.5 mi | 268 ft |
Trail Details
- Bikes allowed
- No horses
Bike and horse access: USDA Forest Service, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Dirt
Official sources & verification
Managed by United States Forest Service
Managing agency
- United States Forest Service
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Big Island, VA · about 3 mi away
- County:
- Amherst County, VA
- Jurisdiction:
- George Washington National Forest · United States Forest Service
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