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Tunnel through the mountain – Jackson Ferry Shot Tower loop from Flatwood

Tunnel through the mountain – Jackson Ferry Shot Tower loop from Flatwood

Moderate

3.5

(17)

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Tunnel through the mountain – Jackson Ferry Shot Tower loop from Flatwood

02:08

30.3km

350m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: May 11, 2026

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8.86 km

Ivanhoe Access Point

Highlight • Rest Area

The Ivanhoe Access Point offers public restrooms, potable water, and a covered picnic shelter.

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14.1 km

Tunnel through the mountain

Highlight • Structure

This blasted-stone tunnel is one of two tunnels along the New River Trail. These tunnels make evident the history of this area- the trail was constructed on an abandoned railway right-of-way.

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19.2 km

Jackson Ferry Shot Tower

Highlight • Monument

Within Shot Tower State Park, along New River Trail, you can climb to the top of the historic, 75-foot-tall Jackson Ferry Shot Tower. This structure was originally built over 200 …

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21.5 km

Recreation area located at the midpoint of the New River Trail. The gift shop sells cold drinks. There is a campground adjacent to the river. Canoe rentals as well as horse rides are available as well.

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30.3 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.9 km

7.39 km

5.46 km

4.49 km

128 m

Surfaces

12.9 km

10.2 km

7.28 km

Elevation

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Highest point (690 m)

Lowest point (590 m)

Weather

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Wednesday 20 May

29°C

16°C

29 %

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Tunnel through the mountain – Jackson Ferry Shot Tower loop from Flatwood

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Tunnel through the mountain – Jackson Ferry Shot Tower loop from Flatwood

Ivanhoe Access Point

Tunnel through the mountain

Jackson Ferry Shot Tower

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