Orange County Insight April 2023

Fort Germanna Visitor

Center Trails

To the eastern part of Orange County is a 170 - acre Siegen Forest featuring scenic views, range of historical sites, and water access to the Rapidan River. The forest includes trails from beginner to advanced. Trail information can be found at the Fort Germanna Visitor Center, located at 2062 Germanna Hwy, Locust Grove, VA 22508. For more information, visit: https:// germanna.org/things - to - do/hike - siegen - forest/.

Courtesy of Germanna Visitor Center

Wilderness Battlefield Trails

One of the most well - known trails in Orange County is located on the Wilderness Battlefield. Maintained by the National Park Service, the Battlefield offers two (2) miles of American history with interpretive signs, maps, and photos along the easy to follow trail. Access to the Wilderness Battlefield is located at 35347 Constitution Highway, Locust Grove, VA 22508. For more information, visit: https://www.nps.gov/frsp/ planyourvisit/index.htm. Interested in more outdoor adventures? Visit https:// visitorangevirginia.com/play/outdoor - adventures/ to learn how you can enjoy the outdoors on the course, on the water, in the sky, on the farm, or at the park!

Courtesy of National Park Service

Wilderness Crossing Trail

Down the road from Wilderness Battlefield Trails are the Wilderness Crossing Trail. This 1.4 mile trail is a nice casual stroll stretching from Ellwood Manor to the Wilderness Tavern site blending scenery with local history. For more information on the trail, visit https://www.nps.gov/frsp/planyourvisit/trails - brochures.htm.

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