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High Bridge Trail State Park completes extension into Pamplin

By Kim WellsPosted April 24, 2024
High Bridge Trail now connects to Pamplin City after many years in the making and DCR is excited to be a part of the town's story. This new western terminus is a great place to start your trek on High Bridge Trail State Park.
Ribbon cutting at High Bridge Trail new extension

The Rails of Legacy Live On

By Emily PricePosted October 20, 2022
We often think about legacies, the things we will leave behind. Check out the story of Bruce Wingo and the legacy that he left behind for park goers to enjoy.
Norfolk Southern Engine crossing over the High Bridge

Who was the High Bridge Watchman Uncle John?

By Guest BloggerPosted February 17, 2018
High Bridge Trail State Park acquires new Willis Vail image of bridge watchman known as Uncle John. This is the rest of the story, in honor of Black History Month.
Historical photo of "Uncle John" the Bridge Watchman on duty...from a photo by Willis W. Vail and taken 4 p.m. April 10, 1914. on what is now High Bridge Trail State Park, Va

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