3,254' Down Site Contact: (540)362-1757 carvinscove@westernvawater.org Website Access: Admission Fee, Open Daily, Boat landing is closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day Canada Goose Mourning Dove Common Loon Carvins Cove - Happy Valley Fire Road | Roanoke View this post on Instagram A post shared by Constantinos Dimitri Farmakis (@cdfarmakis) At about 16 miles from one end to the other and back, this is an easy, rolling ride that includes beautiful scenery along the way. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash. 1,174' Down Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 55 min to complete. At the bottom your hands might be stuck to your bars! Beds. Don't be dissuaded by the diamond ratings if you are a strong climber; rock/ root skill level was only beginner/intermediate. Roanoke Valley Greenways is a partnership among the five local governments, the Roanoke Valley Greenway Commission, and non-profit Pathfinders for Greenways. As a result, the Water Authority gained ownership over the Carvins Cove Reservoir and land up to its 1,200-foot contour. Lakeside is generally a contour trail, climbing in and out of multiple drainages, to Hemlock Tunnel. His homestead would later become the City of Roanokes primary water source and the nations second largest municipal park, offering a wide range of recreational activities. Try . SOLD FEB 15, 2023. Better do a brake check at top. 378.48 m Down, 5.2 mi Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 4 min to complete. This is about an injury or accident We were short on time so we were only able to hike to the first viewpoint about 2.5 miles into the trail. Happy Valley Fire Road is a 5 mile moderately popular dirt/gravel road trail located near Roanoke Virginia. There are great views of the reservoir in winter and opportunity for bear sightings. Try this 4.5-mile out-and-back trail near Roanoke, Virginia. There are no guided tours but you can also purchase a map at the bike shop as well, the trails are very well marked. This trail is a very fun, fast downhill that starts with a series of epic jumps. Terrain will be steeper and narrower. Muddy when wet, beautiful views! Holidays at the Historic Fishburn Mansion. SOLD MAR 20, 2023. Beginner trails are Kit and Kaboodle, the Skillet,Easy Street and the Enchanted Forest. Moderately steep. Nearby homes similar to Lot 38 Compass Cove Cir have recently sold between $15K to $2M at an average of $250 per square foot. Happy Valley from this end connects to numerous intermediate lower trails, as well as to Brushy Mountain Fire Road and the 1000 climb. 409.56 m Down, 7.3 mi This trail crosses the following jurisdictions: 2023 Pathfinders for Greenways This place is amazing. Taking other people's content (text, photos, etc) without permission is a copyright violation and The remaining multi-use trails and land is managed by the City of Roanokes Department of Parks and Recreation. Creature From Carvins Cove XCM. 161' Down 3.4 km There are 13 trails in Carvins Cove Natural Reserve. Lowers and Uppers There are multiple intermediate trails in the central part of the Cove, accessed from Happy Valley or Brushy Mountain, making loop options possible. Legend has it, that long before the water of Carvins Cove flooded the farmland once known as Happy Valley, a strange and shadowy gilled creature roamed the bogs and waterways. 1,340' Up Click here for more info. 1,752' Down As for the trails, Happy Valley Trail is apparently about 6.7 miles long, but we probably walked about 1.5 miles before turning around. The giant map of Carvins Cove near the entrance to Tinker Creek Trail is handy, and the lookout near the entrance near the start of Happy Valley Trail is a hidden gem. A $2 parking pass is required andcan be purchased at any trailhead via self-pay system. Carvins Cove Natural Reserve Length: 6.8 mi Est. 894' Down Turned back due to darkness and poor preparation 6,774' Up Local store Just the Right Gear provided friendly, affordable, fast repair post-ride. 272.42 m Down, 282.3 mi The trails are accessible from five trailheads: the boat landing, Bennett Springs, Timberview, Hanging Rock, and the Hollins Trailhead. This is about an injury or accident Head out on this 10.8-mile out-and-back trail near Daleville, Virginia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 35 min to complete. Challenging and Awesome!!! 1,268' Down The amazing VIEWS and overlook points are along the ridge as youre heading to the rock, and they are STUNNING. 1h 11m Moderate 4.4 (128) The Trough, Brushy Mountain Fire Road, and The Gauntlet Loop Carvins Cove Natural Reserve Length: 6.6 mi Est. Carvins Cove Natural Reserve is open from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., seven days a week; however, the boat dock parking lot closes at dark and is locked overnight. Mountain biking Comet and Rock and Roll trails at Carvins Cove. Carvins Cove is a 12,000 acre watershed, protecting a 630-acre reservoir, used for the regions drinking water. P.O. Rainfall drains from the natural reserve into the beautiful Carvins Cove reservoir. Fun trail ridden in either direction. It provides remoteness and occasional views of the reservoir. It is managed by Roanoke County, but provides a direct connection to the western end of the Cove. By 1947, the reservoir was completed and the filtration plant was put into operation, treating up to six million gallons of water daily. It starts just inside the gate where Carvins Cove Road hits Happy Valley (#1) and climbs steadily to reach an upper ridge. The climb is great. Trough (#14) is an intermediate, steady climb from Horsepen to Brushy Mountain Fire Road. Address: 4300Carvins Cove Road, Salem, VA 24153. After Carvin passed, the region later became known as the Happy Valley community. 408.53 m Up 5,812' Down In 2009, the City of Roanoke donated a two-part conservation easement in Roanoke County and Botetourt County. Boating passes must be purchased in-person at the office at the Boat Landing. Rode it all. Users need to control speed, watch for surface hazards, and be familiar with trail locations. Rating a trail poorly solely because it was difficult does not imply it is a bad trail to ride. Please explain. Widgets, Explore This trail is not recommended for horses, due to slippery rock faces. The fire road connects all of the lower bike trails at Carvins Cove. 991.73 m Down, 8.8 mi Spam? These routes are recommended for physically fit users with technical skill. About the best trail at carvins.it flows very good and is well designed. Downsides are you can hear the noise from the interstate the whole hike. Trails are open 6 am to 11 pm, but the boat landing area and Hollins trailhead are open only dawn to dusk. Happy Valley Trail is one of the arterial routes through the Cove, going from the Boat Landing to the end of Carvins Cove Road, which is a mile from Bennett Springs parking lot. Head to the Boat Dock Parking Lot if you want to access the water and trails on the Hollins side of Carvins Cove. Roanoke Valley Greenways is a partnership among the five local governments, the Roanoke Valley Greenway Commission, and non-profit Pathfinders for Greenways. Stay on the trail, as it is often close to private land. There was plenty of parking. Local Trail Association Blue Ridge Off-Road Cyclists Please consider joining or donating to the local trail association to support FIND YOUR WAY OUTSIDE is a trademark of AllTrails, LLC. Intermediate trails include the Thousand Foot Climb (a fire road), the Hoe Trail, Mad Cow,the Girlscout trail and Funhouse. Are you tired of ridgeline hikes that have beautiful views of trees? Great scenic day hike, and love how easy it is to get to. I loved the view of the mountains with the reservoir was gorgeous. Come prepared. Singletracks Merch | Rules and user fees help provide recreational opportunities for visitors while still maintaining the safest, highest quality drinking water possible. Beautiful trail with easy & intermediate climbing. 2,451 Sq. For the safety of our visitors, personal drone use is prohibited within the Carvins Cove Natural Reserve. Hike Trails Map. Happy Valley Trail (#1 on the Cove map) is one of the arterial routes through the Cove, going from the Boat Landing to the end of Carvins Cove Road, which is a mile from Bennett Springs parking lot. 161' Up 272.94 m Up Mountain biking is a strenuous activity and can require difficult climbing, challenging downhill, and on occasion hike-a-bike. Those wanting more challenge could take intermediate options like Schoolhouse or Arrowhead. Users wanting a long but easy ride could go out to Rileys Loop and back. Happy Valley is the fire road that connects all the lower trails in the Carvins Cove trail system. 393.98 m Up Trail. Enjoy the tall pines, Cove views, and flat terrain of the Enchanted Forest Trail before rejoining Happy Valley and heading 5 miles back to the parking area. 1947 Cove Trl, Winter Park, FL 32789 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,782 sqft townhouse built in 2023. DO NOT BIKE THESE TRAILS ALONEand be prepared to possibly encounter bears out here! 49.04 m Up 6.8 km The flatness is made up for by the beauty of the flora and fauna along the trail's edge. Fun trail ridden in either direction. The terrain is steep and difficult obstacles will be encountered. Still a beautiful trail every time I hike it. If you don't like singletrack, there's a seven-mile fire road around most of the park, which offers similar solitude and scenery with fewer obstacles. Roanoke, VA 24011. Obstacles such as rocks and loose stone will be encountered. It has one of the most picturesque and unique views in the Bay Area. If you want to scale that thing, you best have some serious guts and rock-climbing skills. With over 60 miles of multi-use trails, many local mountain bikers refer to Carvins Cove as "Disneyland" for bikes. It twists and winds through multiple drainages with only moderate elevation gains. Visitors age 16 or under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times. There are roughly 60 miles of mountain biking, hiking and equestrian trails, including cross country single track, free-ride downhill trails, and extensive gravel fire roads. Follow about 3 miles before connecting with the Schoolhouse Trail, the first singletrack of the ride. The terrain is steep and technical obstacles will be encountered. Want to add your business to the map? No horses on Royalty. Roanoke County | City of Roanoke | City of Salem | Town of Vinton | Botetourt County. These are excellent trails, well marked. Some technical terrain and limited alternate lines. It's a tad gravelly but otherwise easy. Beginning at the Carvins Cove boat dock, make your way past the picnic shelters to the Happy Valley Trail/Fire Road. This route connects to the upper end of several difficult, downhill trails, including Hemlock Tunnel (#7), Gauntlet (#13), Hi-Dee-Hoe (#17), Royalty (#28), Trough (#14) and Buck (#15). Amenities include:Parking, Trail Conditions Signs, Bike Fix Station, Restrooms. Midway Cruise is a two mile trail similar to Four Gorge in style in and out of multiple drainages going from Hi-Dee-Hoe in the opposite direction to connect to Hotel shortly before it reaches Buck. Box 8553 | Roanoke, VA 24014 Box 8553 | Roanoke, VA 24014 This road is open to cars and all users should be very cautious of traffic. Grades are gentle and only minor obstacles will be encountered. 401.47 m Up The descriptions below are organized geographically to indicate options from different access points. 1771.54 m Up The large picnic shelter can be reserved for a daily rental fee. Nothing difficult here, just a 16 mile round trip from one end to the other. Rte 648 is a main road. No horses on Royalty. Later we saw a very large bear right off the trail. Want to add your business to the map? Happy Valley from this end connects to numerous intermediate "lower" trails, as well as to Brushy Mountain Fire Road and the 1000' climb. Spam? 400.97 m Down, 41.0 mi Users wanting a long but easy ride [], Brushy Mountain Fire Road is the second arterial road through the Cove. 386.41 m Down, 2.1 mi This easement permanently protects 11,363 acres of open space in Carvins Cove Natural Reserve. No conditions reported in the past 7 days. Support the Greenways during Roanoke Gives. Located just seven miles from the north side of Roanoke, Carvins Cove Natural Reserve contains more than 12,000 acres of both hardwood and mixed pine forests, a 630-acre reservoir, and 60 miles of trails for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. 169.76 m Down, 5.2 mi Holidays at the Historic Fishburn Mansion, Watch Bike Pro Jeff Lenosky Tackle Rattlin' Run Trail. About Us | Technical terrain with no alternate lines. Contacts Land Manager: Roanoke County, VA - Parks & Rec. Awesome hike! Support the Greenways during Roanoke Gives. Relatively boring compared to other hikes in the area. Can be a moderate scramble, but the views are totally worth it. Carvins Cove Natural Reserve Photos(65) Directions Print/PDF map Share More Length17.4 kmElevation gain292 mRoute typeOut & Back Explore this 17.4-km out-and-back trail near Daleville, Virginia. The climbs are pretty much straight up to the summit but once you're up there the reward ALL DOWNHILL FROM THERE! 7.9 km Nice trail for a workout and time In the woods, but not crowded. It is challenging with twists and turns and numerous rock slabs and ridges. This is a very nice trail that makes me want a dropper post! Ft. 6723 Laban Rd, Roanoke, VA 24019. It twists and winds through multiple drainages with only moderate elevation gains. It starts just inside the gate where Carvins Cove Road hits Happy Valley (#1) and climbs steadily to reach an upper ridge. 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