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Summary: This is an easy rolling woodland loop trail with some steep hills. It is made up of 5 loop hiking trails. Follow the outer loop, clockwise by taking left turns at all trail intersections, for a 4 mile hike or make it shorter by cutting across on the smaller loops. There are many benches and bridges along the trail. Very large trees and thick canopy make it possible to see great distances through the woods. Highlights include fallen remains of massive American Chestnut trees killed by blight during the mid 20th century, and a stone survey Bench Mark dated 1754. There is a picnic area and playground near the trailhead. Another highlight of this park is the Boyd's hole hiking trail but it is only open from October through March. It is closed during the summer to protect the large numer of Bald Eagles that live along Caledon's Potomac River Shoreline. Limited tours of of eagle habitat are offered from mid June to Labor Day. Trailhead: Caledon Natural Area is located in King George County, approximately 20 miles east of Fredericksburg on Route 218. From Fredericksburg, take Route 3 east, then Rt. 206 east for 6.5r miles to Rt. 218, then west about 1 mile. An entrance fee of $2 is charged during weekdays and $3 for weekends. (Lat:38.33395 Lon:-77.14328) Trail Guides for Caledon Natural Area Outer Loop Hike: Best Seasons: Year-Round User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Ranger Contact: Virginia State Parks, 540-663-3861 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Mark Magnant, who has posted 3 other hikes on this site Trail Reviews Submit your own review 
Reviewed by Linda on 1/7/2007 I love this hike, nice hills in the back, beautiful woods. I don't do it in summer (mosquitos) but all other times of the year it is beautiful. Hurricane Isabel did tremendous damage several years ago, which is still easy to see as you hike along. Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: Virginia Hiking, Virginia Trails, Virginia Hikes, King George County Hiking, King George County Trails, King George County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||