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Haunted History: Fries, VA

Location of New River Trail State Park in Virginia

Where

Program Location: Fries Access- 323 Firehouse Dr. Fries, Va 24330
Main Park Address: New River Trail State Park, 116 Orphanage Dr., Max Meadows, VA 24360.

When

Oct. 18, 2025. 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Join us for a lantern-lit walk through the historic town of Fries, VA. During this guided walk, a park interpreter will share stories of local history and the remains of the once thriving textile industry, and some local ghost stories.

Registration is required, so please call the park office at 276-699-6778 to sign up. Please meet at the Fries Access parking lot, dress for the weather, and wear sturdy shoes. You should expect to walk on crushed gravel, pavement, uneven terrain, and in a low-light setting. This tour is about one mile long.

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Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: Yes.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 276-699-6778
Email Address: NewRiverTrail@dcr.virginia.gov