Name: Buffalo Mountain Summit Trail
Rating: 4.3

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Due to COVID-19, this trail will be closed through at least June 10.

Check the "News" link on the website for scheduled work/closures.

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Porta-john available at the parking area. When you get to the end state maintenance sign take a right onto the road between the yellow posts.

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Land Manager: Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation - Poor Mountain Natural Area Preserve

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Jonathan Hinckley with improvements by Peter Staffieri

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4.3 from 4 votes

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in Buffalo Mountain Natural Area Peserve

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4.3 from 4 votes

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Buffalo Mountain Summit Trail

“Short trail to the top of Buffalo Mountain with stunning 360-degree views. ”

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3,957' 1,206 m

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