Three Ridges Wilderness, Protected wilderness area in George Washington and Jefferson National Forests, Virginia.
Three Ridges Wilderness spans 4,702 acres of mountainous terrain, reaching elevations from 1,000 feet at Tye River to 3,970 feet at Three Ridges Mountain summit.
The area received federal protection status in 2000, becoming part of the national network of preserved wilderness regions within the United States forest system.
The Tidewater Appalachian Trail Club maintains the trails, fostering a community dedication to preserving natural spaces through volunteer stewardship programs.
Visitors access two shelters along the Appalachian Trail: Maupin Field Shelter in the north and Harper's Creek Shelter, positioned 2.6 miles from Tye River.
The Mau-Har Trail creates a three-mile loop connection with the Appalachian Trail, which traverses ten miles through this mountainous wilderness.
Location: Virginia
GPS coordinates: 37.86440,-78.98530
Latest update: March 5, 2025 13:08
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