FLAG ROCK RECREATION AREA
Camping/Picnicing/Climbing
A five minute drive from the city, the Flag Rock Recreation Area is a 1,000 acre park with a variety of activities for everyone. Keep an eye out for the Woodbooger!
Address: 1348 Flag Rock Road, Norton, VA 24273
Price: FREE entry. $20 per campsite rental, $50 per large shelter rental.
Norton Upper Reservoir
Water activities
This 9.8 acre body of water is available for state-stocked fishing, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding, boating, and relaxing. For equipment rental, visit Pathfinders Outdoor Adventures in downtown Norton.
Address: State Rte 619, Norton, VA 24273
Price: FREE
High Knob Recreation Area
Camping
High Knob Recreation Area is the highest campground in the Clinch Ranger District of the Jefferson National Forest. Several trails can be accessed from the campground. The remote and private camping area includes 14 sites for tents and recreational vehicles (up to 16 feet long) with picnic tables, bath houses with showers, and flush toilets.
Address: 2996 Greater Scaup Rd Norton, VA 24273
Price: FREE entry. $10 per camp site per night. Group camp site $25 per night. $3 per vehicle day fee.
High Knob Observation Tower
SIGHTSEEING
Enjoy a spectacular 360-degree view encompassing FIVE states (Virginia, West Virginia, Kentucky, Tennessee, North Carolina) at an elevation of 4,223 feet from the newly constructed observation tower.
Address: George Washington and Jefferson National Forest, Norton, VA 24273
Price: FREE
Flag Rock Area Trails
Biking
This sprawling mountain bike system currently has eight miles of track installed, with more miles planned. The system is also open to hikers, trail runners, and other "people-powered" activities. Trails loop through lush hardwood forests and past towering sandstone cliffs on the lower slopes of High Knob. There are trails for every experience level, from novice to expert.
Addresses: http://www.nortonva.gov/index.aspx?NID=440
Price: FREE
Flag Rock OVerlook
Sightseeing/Hiking
Take in a grand view of the American flag overlooking the city and the Wise plateau. This area is also home to the Woodbooger statue and over two miles of scenic trails.
Address: 1348 Flag Rock Road, Norton, VA 24273
Price: FREE
Spearhead Trails (Mountain View Trail)
ATV Riding
Travel 15 minutes out of Norton to ride your ATV on Virginia's most exciting ATV trail destination. Over 100 miles of trail begins in St. Paul.
Address: Hidden Acres Road, St Paul, VA 24283, USA
Price: Permit required, check website below
Little Stony Falls
Sightseeing/Hiking
Drive 35 minutes to see two splendid waterfalls along a 2.8 mile National Recreation Trail.
Address: To approach the trail from the Norton side, please go see Pathfinders Outdoor Adventures on Park Ave for directions.
Price: FREE
Devil's Bathtub Waterfall and trail
Sightseeing/Hiking
Do you have what it takes to visit the infamous Devil's Bathtub? Be prepared...
Address: If you're brave enough, go see Pathfinders Outdoor Adventures on Park Ave to begin the journey.
Price: FREE