Recreation area

Fenwick Mines Day Use Area

George Washington & Jefferson National Forest · Kentucky — managed by USDA Forest Service

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

Visitors to Fenwick Mines will find trails to hike, ponds to fish, and a picnic shelter (complete with horseshoe pit) that’s perfect for spending a great Sunday afternoon with friends and family. A one mile, wheelchair accessible trail will lead you through wetland, stream, and forest habitats providing lots of opportunities to see wildlife.

Getting there

From New Castle, VA: Follow VA 615 for 5 miles to VA 611 (Peaceful Valley Rd). Turn left. Go 1/2 mile and turn right on VA 685. Follow signs to Fenwick Mines Recreation Area.

Activities

  • FISHING
  • HIKING
  • PICNICKING
  • WILDLIFE VIEWING

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.