Welcome to Friends of New River Trail
Hello and welcome to our page! We are a small group of volunteers centered around the advocacy of the New River Trail.
Hurricane Helene Closures and clean up!
Please see Trail Closures tab for important information regarding trail closures. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Erin.Pitts@dcr.virginia.gov for more information on volunteer opportunities and the application process.
Kids Track Trail Donation Match Campaign
Friends of the New River Trail received a generous gift-match offer of $4000 from an anonymous donor to build a Kids Track Trail along the New River Trail. We need to match this $4000 gift for a total of $8000 to enlist the help of the Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation to aid in the planning and execution of this wonderful resource for our youth.
The Kids Track Trail is a hiking path designed for children of all ages to learn about the nature and history of the area it traverses. These trails are typically about a mile long and easy to walk! Our long-term plan includes the development of multiple trails, but the first trail is intended to be in the area of the Fries trailhead.
Existing Kids Track Trails can be found at the Crystal Springs Recreation Area in Wythe County, throughout the Virginia State Parks system, and nationwide. Your donation of any amount will help us make this new Kids Track Trail a reality in our area. Please consider this worthwhile cause that will benefit children and parents and all who use our beloved trail.
There are TWO ways to donate below!
All donations are tax-deductible through our 501-C-3 nonprofit organization:
Friends of New River Trail
PO Box 812
Austinville, VA 24312
(donations can be mailed to the address above if this is the preferred method of donation)
DONate to our kids track trail campaign!
Donation Link!
Donations can also be accepted by clicking the link below! Thank you for supporting our cause!
New River Trail Adventures Await You
Biking
The New River Trail offers 57 miles of flat trail with lots of scenic stops along the way! It also includes the 250-acre Hoover Mountain Bike Area that includes 4 miles of trails that with easy and moderate loops.
Self-Guided History Tours
Coming soon to the Historic Foster Falls Village, a self-guided walk through history with freshly created interpretive signage to catapult you back in time to learn about our beautiful area!
Nature Walks
Take a leisurely stroll through our beautiful nature trails and observe the local flora and fauna. Our trails are perfect for all ages and fitness levels. Keep an eye out for interpretive programs that dive deeper into local nature!
Bird Watching
The New River Trail offers numerous opportunities for birders to enjoy 127 different species of birds. A newly developed Birding Trail is available for use just one mile North of the Ivanhoe Trailhead. Additionally, Eagles have often been spotted at Foster Falls and Fries. Keep an eye out for Birding walks and programs!
Kayaking, Camping, Horseback riding and more!
The New River Trail offers numerous opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy a variety of activities all in one place! Bike and Kayak rentals are available on site as well as a designated Horse Arena for Horseback riders to enjoy!
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