干草田州立公园
524 Hayfields Lane, McDowell, VA 24458; Phone: 540-396-4489; Email: Hayfields@dcr.virginia.gov
纬度, 38 . 26187 . 经度,- 79 . 55292 .
一般信息
Hayfields State Park is located in Highland County between Bullpasture and Jack Mountains at an elevation ranging from 1,800 to 2,400 feet. It features a mix of heavily wooded mountain land, valley pastures and several structures, including an 1800s farmhouse. The Bullpasture River flows through the property for about a mile and is home to numerous threatened and endangered species.
The park features 4 miles of easy-to-moderate hiking and biking trails and fishing access along the Bullpasture River. While the park is open daily it currently has limited hours. Visitors are encouraged to call 540-396-4489 to confirm availability before their arrival.
小时
Subject to change. Call ahead to ensure availability.
地点
Coming from Staunton/Churchville VA:
- Take Rte. 250 through Churchville. You will then cross Shenandoah Mountain, Shaw’s Ridge, and Bullpasture Mountain.
- Once over Bullpasture Mountain you will come to the village of McDowell.
- Take your first left passing the old elementary school (now owned by the Ruritan Club) on your left, and the McDowell Fire Department on your right. This is Bullpasture River Rd.
- Take Bullpasture River Rd. South for approximately 7 miles.
- Look for a sign on the left hand side of the road that says “Hayfields State Park”
- You will then take your next left (farm gate will be open) after the sign at 524 Hayfields Ln – there will be a long line of pine trees flanking the gravel road.
Coming from Lexington:
- Take I64 West
- Take Exit 43 towards Goshen (SR780)
- In Goshen, turn left onto Virginia Ave
- Turn Right onto Indian Draft Rd
- Stay right onto Indian Draft Rd; it will eventually become Bullpasture River Rd.
- You will then take a right at the park entrance (farm gate will be open) at 524 Hayfields Ln– there will be a long line of pine trees flanking the gravel road.
Coming from Covington:
- Stay on Rte. 220 north and go through Hot Springs and Warm Springs
- Take right onto Muddy Run Rd.
- Once in the village of Williamsville, take a left onto Dry Run Rd.
- Dry Run Rd becomes Burnsville Rd.
- Take a left onto Bullpasture River Rd.
- You will then take a right at the park entrance (farm gate will be open) at 524 Hayfields Ln– there will be a long line of pine trees flanking the gravel road.
Coming from Clifton Forge:
- Take I64 east to exit 29.
- Take Rte 42 North
- Take a left onto Mountain Valley Rd (look for a Citgo Gas Station on the right) and then a right onto Indian Draft Rd.
- Indian Draft Rd will turn into Bullpasture River Rd.
- You will then take a right at the park entrance (farm gate will be open) at 524 Hayfields Ln– there will be a long line of pine trees flanking the gravel road.
Coming from Monterey:
- Take Rte 250 east towards McDowell.
- In McDowell, take a right by McDowell Presbyterian Church onto Bullpasture River Rd.
- Follow Bullpasture River Rd for approximately 7 miles
- Just before park entrance, look for a sign that says “Hayfields State Park” on the left hand side of the road in a curve.
- You will take the immediate left after the sign. Look for a straight gravel road flanked by a long line of pine trees (this is 524 Hayfields Ln).
公园规模
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小木屋、露营
过夜设施
There are no overnight facilities at this time.
客舱
没有任何。
旅舍
没有任何。
蒙古包
没有任何。
露营小屋
没有任何。
工棚
没有任何。
野营
没有任何。
休闲活动
小径
The park currently hosts 4 miles of trails with more under development. Enjoy a peaceful, easy stroll along Riverside Trail (1 mile loop) or Bear Pond Trail (1-mile loop) or be challenged on Eagles Rest Trail which hosts an overlook with stunning views of the Bullpasture River and valley. Lastly, Laurel Loop trail (1-mile) will take you into the woods to see mountain laurel and other vibrant plants.
游泳
There are no designated swimming areas at this time.
FISHING AND BOATING
The park hosts one mile of riverfrontage along the Bullpasture River, famous for its trout flyfishing access. A state freshwater fishing license and trout stamp are required.
马匹
此时不可用。
打猎
此时不可用。
附近的景点
- Douthat State Park (Bath County)
- George Washington National Forest
- Highland Wildlife Management Area
- Town of McDowell – museum, gas, general store
- Town of Monterey – Museums, gas, restaurants, vendors, etc.
- McDowell Battlefield
- Hot Springs/Warm Springs (Bath County)
- The Homestead/Omni Hotel (Bath County)
野餐棚
未列出会议空间和设施
会议、研讨会、婚礼设施
Hayfields State Park has a small meeting room available at the park office. Call the park office for more details.
游客中心、礼品店
待定
餐厅
目前没有。
洗衣店
目前没有。
其他信息
历史
The park office occupies a late 19th century farmhouse and on the western side of the park, there is a small cabin dating to the 1840s, where a local doctor practiced.
























