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Rice
Fields Trail
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George
Washington and Jefferson National Forests
Length: 5.0 miles
Rating: Strenuous
The Appalachian Trail ascends Peters Mountain and
follows the ridge line. The crest of the Peters Mountain ridge is the West
Virginia-Virginia state line. The ascent to the ridge is steep and rocky.
Once on the ridge the trail crosses many saddles and peaks featuring
sweeping westward views. The Rice Fields are extensive open pastures with
rock outcroppings and are located on the southern end of Peters Mountain.
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Directions:
From Blacksburg, follow Rt 460 west. Cross the New River on Senator
Shumate Bridge near the Celanese industrial site. Turn right on Rt 641 (Stillhouse
Branch Road). There is a small parking lot within one half mile, where the
Appalachian Trail crosses Rt 641. total travel distance: 23 miles.
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