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Galax – New River Trail loop from Dannelly Park

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Carroll County

Galax – New River Trail loop from Dannelly Park

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4.9

(2450)

8,948

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Galax – New River Trail loop from Dannelly Park

01:07

12.8km

70m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 21, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 11 m for 92 m

After 12.8 km for 92 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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1.95 km

New River Trail State Park Cliffview Access Area

Highlight • Rest Area

The New River Trail State Park Cliff View Access area offers a picnic shelter, parking, and has a potable water source.

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3.27 km

New River Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The River Trail in Southwest Virginia, known as the New River Trail, holds the title as one of America's top rail trails, earning recognition as an official National Recreation Trail …

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5.50 km

New River Trail State Park Galax Access Area

Highlight • Parking

This gravel parking lot is the southern terminus of New River Trail State Park. This lot has a public non-flushing toilet and a historical train caboose. There is a self-pay …

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6.41 km

Galax

Highlight • Settlement

Galax is a town of music and movement. The New River Trail and the New River run through town and provide recreation and year-long entertainment. In terms of music, Felts …

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7.36 km

New River Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The River Trail in Southwest Virginia, known as the New River Trail, holds the title as one of America's top rail trails, earning recognition as an official National Recreation Trail …

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12.8 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.27 km

1.82 km

1.00 km

641 m

109 m

Surfaces

9.10 km

2.46 km

1.00 km

190 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Tuesday 19 May

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