Ragged Mountain Nature Area

Category: Nature preserve

Address: 1730 Reservoir Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22902, USA

Reviews

Amber Li

Aug 1, 2022

It’s a good place to have a little hiking or fishing. We got there around 6:00pm (summer time) but the gate to the upper parking lots was locked, so we had to walk to the lakeside. Wish next time we can drive to the upper parking to load kayak or fishing.

Alex Bansleben

May 1, 2022

Absolutely beautiful hiking area that is a must-visit in the Charlottesville area. Loses a couple stars however for its terrible trail signage which makes navigating among the trail sections complete guesswork unfortunately.

Mehraj Lone

Dec 9, 2021

This is a go-to place for beginner hikers. The lake is beautiful.

David Shriver

Feb 12, 2021

This is an incredible area just on the edge of Charlottesville with great trails and gorgeous views of woods and lake. The lake front trail is about 6 miles, is fairly easy, and provides fantastic views of the lake. The trails are great year round, but the road to the parking lot can be difficult to navigate in the winter when roads are icy. This is definitely a great place to get out of the city and enjoy some nature!

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Questions & Answers

Is there enough room to park an RV while hiking?

Thomas Johnston | Dec 2, 2020
Adam S | Dec 3, 2020

If you get there earlier, you are more likely to have the space. That being said, there is a lower and upper parking lot, the lower lot is probably more friendly to an RV.

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Does this recreation area offer mountain biking?

John Phillips | Dec 2, 2020
Peter Vines | Dec 3, 2020

Maybe the rules changed? There were numerous runners and bikers today.

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Are dogs allowed here?

Andrew Gaydos | Jul 31, 2019
Luke Wassermann | Aug 1, 2019

No

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