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Women's Walking Group - Fries

Location of New River Trail State Park in Virginia

Where

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

When

Aug. 18, 2025. 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Do you feel safer walking with a friend? Want to meet other women who have common interests? Ready to meet your goals and get in a healthy exercise session? Join our Women's Walking Group as we trek the New River Trail! Meet a ranger for a moderately paced, brisk, morning walk in Fries. We will begin at 9 a.m. and meet at the New River Trail Fries access parking lot. The hike will last one hour and cover nearly four miles. Be sure to wear closed toed shoes and bring water to drink. Let’s create a safe space for each other and encourage one another in our goals!

The trail surface is crushed stone and a gentle grade. Leashed pets are welcome. This program is weather dependent. Please check our event listing on the New River Trail website for cancellations.

2025 Dates & Locations:
6/9: Foster Falls
6/16: Foster Falls
6/23: Foster Falls
6/30: Fries
7/14: Foster Falls
7/21: Foster Falls
8/4: Foster Falls
8/11: Draper
8/18: Fries
8/25: Foster Falls
9/8: Foster Falls
9/15: Fries
9/22: Foster Falls
9/29: Foster Falls
10/6: Draper
10/13: Foster Falls (Canceled)
10/20: Fries
10/27: Foster Falls

Our programs are designed to be inclusive and welcoming to all. If you require accommodations or assistance to participate, please contact us in advance at 276-699-6778. We are committed to ensuring accessibility for everyone.

Other details

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