Lewis Fork Wilderness, Protected wilderness area in Mount Rogers National Recreation Area, Virginia.
The Lewis Fork Wilderness spans 6,076 acres of dense forests with elevations ranging from 3,400 feet near Big Laurel Creek to 5,729 feet at Mount Rogers.
Congress designated Lewis Fork Wilderness as part of the Virginia Wilderness Act in 1984, establishing protective measures for its natural resources and ecological diversity.
The Appalachian National Scenic Trail crosses through the northeast and southern boundaries of Lewis Fork Wilderness for approximately 5.5 miles of hiking paths.
Visitors must navigate the 28 miles of unmarked trails without motorized equipment while following Leave No Trace principles to maintain the natural environment.
The area contains northern hardwoods and spruce-fir habitats at higher elevations, supporting native trout populations in the Lewis Fork of Fox Creek.
GPS coordinates: 36.65972,-81.54472
Latest update: March 11, 2025 13:14
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