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Islands in the Sky Hike
Where
Grayson Highlands State Park, 829 Grayson Highland Ln., Mouth of Wilson, VA 24363.
Visitor Center
When
June 14, 2025. 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Look into the forest and see the tangible mark of the ancient past on the landscape of today.
Learn about Southern Appalachian spruce-fir forests, relics of the last glacial age that survive only on a handful on high mountaintops within the Blue Ridge. We will be hiking the Twin Pinnacles Trail to the two highest points within the park. This moderate, 1.3-mile round-trip hike showcases the unique ecology of the park and features stunning long-range views.
Please bring water and comfortable shoes for the hike. We will be meeting outside of the Visitor Center.
Other details
Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 276-579-7092
Email Address: GraysonHighlands@dcr.virginia.gov
Event types
History/Culture | Kids/Family | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History
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