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Virginia
Children's Forest
1.4 mi
Distance
344 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside George Washington and Jefferson National Forest
2 managing-area boundaries mapped — agency alerts for them feed this page automatically.
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No access route mapped
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Children's Forest
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 1.4 mi
- Elevation gain
- 344 ft
- Highest point
- 2,485 ft
- Lowest point
- 2,131 ft
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Directions & GPX
Permits & access
- Managing agency
- Forest Service
- Bikes
- yes
About this trail
Children's Forest offers a 1.44-mile out-and-back adventure through Virginia on a reliable all-weather surface. This moderate-difficulty trail provides an accessible option for families and hikers seeking a manageable woodland experience without worrying about seasonal conditions.
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