Hike Length: 2.4 miles
Estimated Time: 1 to 2 hours
Difficulty: Moderate
Location: Douthat State Park
Trail Users: Hiking and biking
Dogs: Yes
Features: Waterfalls (1)
Crowds: Moderate
Warnings: The rocks around waterfalls are very slippery.
Trailhead GPS: 37.90166,-79.80524
Waterfall GPS: 37.90451,-79.82066
Directions:
From Lexington, head west on I-64 for about 26 miles to exit 27. At the end of the exit, turn right on Douthat State Park Road to head towards the park. At 5.7 miles, shortly after the entrance station, turn left on the gravel road heading to Camp Carson Picnic Area. Follow to the end and park.
Map:
Hike Description:
At the north end of the parking area, pick up the blue-blazed Blue Suck Falls Trail. The trail follows Blue Suck Run upstream and crosses the stream, which can be tricky if the water is up.
At a half-mile, turn left to stay on Blue Suck Falls Trail. At 0.8 miles, turn right to stay on the trail and cross below the base at 1.2 miles.
Blog Entries:
17-Apr-2021: Blue Suck Falls
External Links:
Virginia State Parks website: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/douthat
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