3.8 mi
Distance
285 ft
Elev. Gain
1h 19m
Est. Time
Out & Back
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
York River Backbone Trail is an out-and-back trail in York River State Park, managed by the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation, in James City County, Virginia. It is 3.8 miles long and gains 285 feet. The nearest town is Williamsburg, Virginia, about 8 miles away in a straight line.
From the trail data on this page. For conditions and closures, see official sources.
Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Trail Details
- Route Type
- Out & Back
Official sources & verification
Managed by Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation
Source of truth
- York River State Park — official page
Park unit page with alerts and visitor information.
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Williamsburg, VA · about 8 mi away
- County:
- James City County, VA
- Jurisdiction:
- York River State Park · Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
Verify by phone or mail
- Operator:(757) 566-3036
- Address:9801 York River Park Road, Williamsburg, VA 23188 · VA
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