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Driving Through History - Van Tour of the New River Trail (South End)

Location of New River Trail State Park in Virginia

Where

New River Trail State Park, 116 Orphanage Dr., Max Meadows, VA 24360.
Cliffview - 451 Cliffview Rd. Galax, Va 24333

When

Aug. 21, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Want to experience the New River Trail State Park in a way few people get a chance to? Join us for a van tour. The ride will run from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. and will initially meet at the Cliffview Access Parking Area. The tour will follow the trail that was once the rail line of the Norfolk and Western railroad. There will be stops along the way for restroom use and lunch. Lunch will not be provided; plan to pack all of your food, drink, and dietary needs, or have the option to get food at a local restaurant.

Pre-registration will be required since seating is limited to 12. Pets are not allowed on the tour. The program fee is $15 per participant, and visitors can call 276-699-6778 to register. This program is entirely weather dependent. If the trail conditions aren't favorable, then the rides will be cancelled; you will be notified.

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Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: $15/person.
Registration required: Yes.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 276-699-6778
Email Address: NewRiverTrail@dcr.virginia.gov

Event types

History/Culture | Kids/Family | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History

Additional dates

Driving Through History: Van Tour of the New River Trail (North End) - April 3, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Driving Through History - Van Tour of the New River Trail (South End) - April 17, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Driving Through History: Van Tour of the New River Trail (North End) - May 1, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Driving Through History - Van Tour of the New River Trail (South End) - May 15, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Driving Through History: Van Tour of the New River Trail (North End) - June 12, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Driving Through History - Van Tour of the New River Trail (South End) - June 19, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Driving Through History: Van Tour of the New River Trail (North End) - June 26, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Driving Through History - Van Tour of the New River Trail (South End) - July 3, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Driving Through History: Van Tour of the New River Trail (North End) - July 17, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Driving Through History - Van Tour of the New River Trail (South End) - July 24, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Driving Through History: Van Tour of the New River Trail (North End) - Aug. 7, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Driving Through History: Van Tour of the New River Trail (North End) - Sept. 4, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Driving Through History - Van Tour of the New River Trail (South End) - Sept. 18, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Driving Through History: Van Tour of the New River Trail (North End) - Oct. 2, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Driving Through History - Van Tour of the New River Trail (South End) - Oct. 16, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Driving Through History: Van Tour of the New River Trail (North End) - Oct. 30, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Driving Through History - Van Tour of the New River Trail (South End) - Nov. 6, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Driving Through History: Van Tour of the New River Trail (North End) - Nov. 13, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Driving Through History - Van Tour of the New River Trail (South End) - Nov. 20, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.