(276) 865-4413
627 Commission CircleBreaks, VA 24607
Latitude: 37.286752
Longitude: -82.296031
Breaks Interstate Park was established in 1954 by the joint efforts of the states of Kentucky and Virginia. The main reason for the area being protected is the gorge itself. The gorge is 5 miles long and 1,600 feet deep. Due to its size, it is often referred to as the “Grand Canyon of the South.”The park is located on Pine Mountain. The mountain’s age is around 400 million years old. During this time, the Russell Fork River carved out the gap, or ‘break’ in the mountain which is how Breaks Interstate Park got its name.
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Beaver Pond Trail
The Beaver Pond Trail is an easy, 0.4 mile hiking trail that starts in the Deer Trail, circles the Beaver Pond, and comes back onto the Deer Trail.
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- Difficulty: Easy
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Campbranch Trail
The Camp Branch Trail is a 0.7 mile, easy trail that follows a stream that leads to the river. While traveling on the trail you will pass by rhododendron as well as numerous rock outcroppings that provide great photo opportunities. At the trail’s end, you’re granted with a great view of the river.
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- Length: 0.7
- Difficulty: Easy
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Center Creek Trail
The Center Creek Trail is a 0.5 mile, moderate difficulty trail that follows Center Creek until it’s junction with Grassy Creek.
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- Difficulty: Moderate
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Cold Springs Trail
The Cold Springs Trail is a 0.5 mile, moderate hiking trail that follows a streambed from the Cold Spring to the Laurel Branch Trail. The trail is rather rocky and becomes slippery during heavy rains.
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- Length: 0.5
- Difficulty: Moderate
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Deer Trail
The Deer Trail is a 0.3 mile, easy hiking trail that will gradually take you through the woods to Beaver Pond.
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- Length: 0.3
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Geological Trail
The Geological Trail is a 0.35 mile, moderate hiking trail that features many interesting rock formations and faults. The trail changes grade frequently and varies from rocky to smooth. It is possible to combine this trail with the Ridge Trail for a loop back to the Stateline Overlook.