![]() Trails from Bennett Springs Trailheadīennett Springs parking area is the largest and most heavily used parking lot for trail users. The closest Cove trails are Buck and Trough. It is managed by Roanoke County, but provides a direct connection to the western end of the Cove. Hinchee Trail provides a two mile steady climb from Hanging Rock Battlefield Trail to Brushy Mountain Fire Road. It provides remoteness and occasional views of the reservoir. Lakeside (31) is generally a contour trail, climbing in and out of multiple drainages, to Hemlock Tunnel. There is an alternate line near the top (OG) that is for mountain bikes only. Gauntlet (#13) is a steep climb from Horsepen to Brushy Mountain. ![]() Royalty (28) is an advanced mountain bike trail, generally ridden downhill from Brushy Mountain. The Expert line was developed to give mountain bikers more challenge on the downhill run no horses on the Expert line.įirst Deck (#29) was built to provide an intermediate loop off of Horsepen, for those developing their skill levels. Trough (#14) is an intermediate, steady climb from Horsepen to Brushy Mountain Fire Road. It is easy, with connections to intermediate and advanced trails. Horsepen Trail (#18) is an old road, generally running downhill to the reservoir. Sawmill Branch (#23) Trails from Timberview Trailhead Those wanting more challenge could take intermediate options like Schoolhouse or Arrowhead. Users wanting a long but easy ride could go out to Riley’s Loop and back. This is an easy, unpaved road, a major connector, intersecting many trails along the way. Happy Valley Trail (#1 on the Cove map) is one of the arterial routes through the Cove, going from the Boat Landing to the end of Carvins Cove Road, which is a mile from Bennett Springs parking lot. Stay on the trail, as it is often close to private land. There are great views of the reservoir in winter and opportunity for bear sightings. It crosses under a large powerline, crests the ridge, and then is a steady downhill to the Boat Landing parking lot. Starting on the back side of Hollins University campus, this intermediate trail starts with steady climbing, first through pines and then hardwoods. Tinker Creek Greenway (#32 on the Carvins Cove map) connects the Hollins Trailhead to the Boat Landing. (9644 Reservoir Road) and Hollins Trailhead (8375 Plantation Road) The descriptions below are organized geographically to indicate options from different access points. Users new to Carvins Cove will want to study the map and get a general idea of the layout before heading out. ![]() 6:00 am – 11:00 pm, year-round The Trails.October 1 through March 31: Seven days a week, 8:30 am – 6:30 pmīennett Springs and Timberview Parking Lots:.April 1 through September 30: Seven days a week, 6:30 am – 9:30 pm.Hoursīoat Landing at the Reservoir and Hollins Lot: Trails are open 6 am to 11 pm, but the boat landing area and Hollins trailhead are open only dawn to dusk.Ī land use pass is required to use the trails at the Cove and can be purchased online, at the boat landing or at trailhead parking lots. ![]() The trails are accessible from five trailheads: the boat landing, Bennett Springs, Timberview, Hanging Rock, and the Hollins Trailhead. The trails are managed for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding, with some restricted to only one or two uses for safety reasons. The Western Virginia Water Authority manages the reservoir and boat landing access Roanoke Parks and Recreation manages the 12,000 acres and 60 miles of trails. Carvins Cove is a 12,000 acre watershed, protecting a 630-acre reservoir, used for the region’s drinking water. ![]()
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