Crows Nest Natural Area Preserve, a large wilderness area (approximately 3,000 acres), is a great place to enjoy the beauty and solitude of nature.
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Seasonal Walk
SN: 125872 - 2024 / Y3326
Starting Thu, May 2nd, 2024 until Oct 27th, 2024
Start times: 8 a.m. Thursday thru Sunday only
Hosted on the Online Start Box (OSB) only
Fredericksburg, Virginia
WARNING: The map pin is for reference only and may not accurately indicate the start box location or the event start.
Special programs None provided CC: Stafford County |
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Event comments
Crows Nest Natural Area Preserve is a large wilderness area located in Stafford County, VA, between Potomac Creek and Accokeek Creek. The preserve is named after a black sailing ship called The Crow that once docked in the Potomac Creek during the 1800’s. Crow’s Nest was also occupied by Union troops during the Civil War. It is home to nesting bald eagles and was a temporary home to Pocahontas. The Crows Nest Point Trail (9K round trip) takes you along a beautiful wooded path ending at Potomac and Accokeek Creeks. You will see an historic cemetery along the trail with information on early settlers. The Chinquapin Oak Trail veers off the Crow's Nest Point Trail and adds another 1K round trip distance. Both offer beautiful views of the water.
Rating: 2B, Distance: 9, 10km
Restrooms: Yes |
Pets: Yes |
Strollers: No |
Wheelchairs: No |
Event information
From the 81 Raven Road entrance, cross a one lane bridge, then drive 1.6 miles on a narrow road to parking lot. There are pull-outs in case you meet another vehicle and need to pull over . The parking area is only large enough for 18 cars. Raven Road access and trails open only Thursday thru Sunday.
Awards: IVV CREDIT ONLY
OSB - First register for the event
The detailed location of, and driving directions to, the event starting point are included in the event directions, downloaded from the Online Start Box (OSB). To plan your travels, please use the map on this page or the maps phrase below, if provided by the club. The POC does not provide event directions nor accept alternate payment methods.
Maps phrase and directions link
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Crow's Nest Trailhead, 81 Raven Road | |
The above maps phrase is only provided for planning purposes. The downloaded event directions provide detailed directions to the starting point and possible alternate start point locations. THERE IS NO PHYSICAL START BOX AT THIS LOCATION.
Fredericksburg Walking Club (AVA-0610)
Event website: www.walkfredericksburg.blog
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