Thunder Ridge Wilderness, Wilderness area in Blue Ridge Mountains, Virginia, US
Thunder Ridge Wilderness spans 2,344 acres of land with elevations ranging from 1,320 feet to 4,200 feet on Apple Orchard Mountain.
The Eastern Wilderness Act of Congress established Thunder Ridge Wilderness to maintain its natural condition and protect diverse life forms.
The Appalachian National Scenic Trail extends through Thunder Ridge Wilderness, connecting hikers to a network of regional pathways.
Visitors can access the wilderness through multiple trailheads along the Blue Ridge Parkway and Forest Service Road 35.
The area contains over 15 salamander species within its boundaries, contributing to Virginia's total of 55 different salamander varieties.
Location: Virginia
GPS coordinates: 37.55417,-79.47368
Latest update: March 6, 2025 19:35
Natural Bridge
10.3 km
Apple Orchard Mountain
5.3 km
The Caverns at Natural Bridge
10.9 km
James River Face Wilderness
4.6 km
Greyledge
17.5 km
Hickory Hill
12.3 km
Fancy Hill
15.1 km
Virginia Manor
7.2 km
Echols Farm
9.2 km
Varney's Falls Dam
11.3 km
Vine Forest
12.2 km
White Oak Ridge-Terrapin Mountain
3.5 km
New Prospect Church
15.6 km
Red Hill Farm
18.3 km
Big Otter Mill
18.4 km
Buffalo Forge
15.1 km
Falling Spring Presbyterian Church Manse
14.9 km
North Creek
7.6 km
Annandale
10.3 km
Margaret E. Poague House
12.4 km
Marlbrook
11.1 km
Reynolds Property
13.2 km
Peaks of Otter Visitor Center
17.1 km
Harry Flood Byrd Memorial Bridge
9.4 km
Arnold Valley Overlook
3.1 km
James River Visitor Center
9.5 km
Battery Creek Lock
9.3 km
Peaks of Otter Lake
16.7 kmReviews
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