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Terrapin
Trail
George
Washington and Jefferson National Forests
Length: 0.6 mile
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Terrapin Trail is part of the South Pedlar ATV Trail System, a looping
network of approximately 19 miles of trails designed for the recreational
all-terrain vehicle rider.
The trail system is open to four-wheel ATVs, motorbikes, and mountain
bikes. Riders will find challenges in the narrow and twisting trails, while
others will find trails that are wide and inviting.
Visitors to the area enjoy panoramic vistas, groves of large trees,
spectacular mountain laurel blooms in season, and relief from the hot summer
sun under the shady forest canopy.
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OHV VEHICLES PERMITTED: Four-wheel all-terrain vehicles (ATVs),
motorbikes, and mountain bikes. Terrapin Trail is off-limits for saddle,
pack, and draft animals. Three-wheel ATVs and specialized vehicles exceeding
600 pounds or 50 inches in width are prohibited.
VEHICLE OPERATION
- All motor vehicles are to have operable brakes, muffler, and spark
arrester.
- All operators must wear a protective helmet.
- Child operators between the ages of twelve and sixteen must be
supervised by an adult.
- Only one rider/operator on the vehicle at a time.
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TRAIL USE
- Designated trails of the South Pedlar ATV Trail System are marked by
orange diamonds with a reflective mountain symbol.
- Camping is permitted along the South Pedlar Trail System, except for
within 500 feet around the trailhead parking lots. Off-roading is not
permitted for camping.
- To allow for resource protection, the South Pedlar ATV Trail System
will be closed seasonally as weather conditions dictate, but usually
from December 25 through April 1. Check with the Pedlar Ranger
District for current trail information.
- Due to space limitations in the trailhead parking lots, trailers
should not exceed 16 feet in length.
- Alcoholic beverages are not permitted on the trails or at the
trailheads.
- Hunting is permitted in the area. State regulations for transportation
of a weapon and for hunting near a road will be applicable in the South
Pedlar area. (All trails are considered as roads under Virginia hunting
regulations.)
FEES
- Parking at the trailhead is $5 per vehicle per day.
Self-service pay stations are available at each trailhead parking lot.
These collections will assist the Forest Service in managing and
maintaining the trail system.
- A seasonal parking permit is available. This can be obtained from the
Pedlar District office.
Directions:
Traveling west from Lynchburg, follow State Route 130 toward the Blue Ridge
Parkway. Just after crossing through the Blue Ridge Parkway underpass, ahead
to the right is Forest Development Road (FDR) 319. Turn right onto FDR 319
to the Terrapin Trailhead parking lot. The Rattlesnake Trailhead parking lot
is another 3/4 miles west on State Route 130, then right onto FDR 564.
Traveling from Buena Vista, follow U.S. Highway 501 south. Continue on
U.S. 501 to the intersection with State Route 130 at the Snowden power plant
on the James River. Continue on State Route 130 another mile to the junction
of FDR 564 on your left. Turn left onto FDR 564 to the Rattlesnake Trailhead
parking lot. Another 3/4 miles east on State Route 130, turn left onto FDR
319 to the Terrapin Trailhead parking lot.
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