Guided Walk at Falls Ridge Nature Preserve

Join naturalists Sandy Weber and Barb Glaser for a leisurely hike around a travertine waterfall nestled in rugged terrain that rises from the valley of the North Fork of the Roanoke River at Falls Ridge Nature Preserve. We will explore the history, geology, plants, and animals of the area. Meet at the preserve parking lot. Falls Ridge is closed to the public but the gate will be unlocked when you arrive. It is important to arrive on time so we do not leave you behind.

-Location: Falls Ridge Nature Preserve, Falls Ridge Road Elliston, VA 24087

-Trail Difficulty: Easy to moderate. The hike will take about 1-1.5 hours. If you like to use hiking poles or a walking stick, please be sure to bring them.

-Free and open to the public!

-No bathroom facilities. No pets.

-Bring: water, comfortable shoes, hat, sunglasses, bug spray, and dress in layers.

Led by Virginia Master Naturalists for the New River Valley Chapter, Sandy Weber & Barb Glaser. Sandy is a life-long birder who enjoys the tranquility of nature and likes to try to identify everything she sees outdoors. Barb is a retired middle school teacher who enjoys all things in nature, especially birding and botanizing, and gardening for insects.

Questions? Contact Brynna Strand at brynna.strand@tnc.org.

Photo © Glenna Goldman