E.B. Jeffress Park

GENERAL INFO:

Park Type: National Park

Overall Size: Larger than a football field

Special Features/Comments: Waterfall and lots of plant species

GETTING THERE:

Parking

kParking Instructions: There is a parking lot right off of the Blue Ridge Parkway N right in front of EB Jefress Park (Cascades Trail)

ACTIVITIES/RECREATION OPPORTUNITIES:

Open Space, Birdwatching

AMENITIES:

General Park Amenities: Water/Spray Fountain, Restrooms, Seating, Picnic Tables

Pets: Allowed On-Leash

Additional Features: Foot Bridge

Trash Cans: Yes

TRAILS:

Trail Description: Paved and then turns into dirt/sand/natural rock

Trail Surface: Paved & Unpaved

Trail Activities: Walking, Hiking, Dog Walking, Birdwatching

Trail Difficulty: Moderate, Difficult

Trail Layout: Loop & Linear (network)

Trail Length: 0.5 to 1 mile

Trail Shade: Lots

Trail Surface Type: Natural rock, Sand/Dirt

Trail Slope: Steep

Trail Width: 2-4 ft

Trail Extras: Panoramic Views

OTHER:

Park Information: Information Kiosk

Staffing & Safety: Ranger Patrol

Open Space Activities: Play frisbee or catch, Go for a walk or jog, Have a picnic, Do Yoga

Open Space Size: Between basketball court and football field

Open Space Shade: Little or None

Natural Water Feature: Creek/Stream