Doughton Park

GENERAL INFO:

Park Type: National Park

Overall Size: Larger than a football field

GETTING THERE:

Parking

kParking Instructions: Parking is right off the Blue Ridge Parkway N (MP 241.1) on your left right near the visitors center

ACTIVITIES/RECREATION OPPORTUNITIES:

Trails, Birdwatching

AMENITIES:

General Park Amenities: Restrooms, Seating, Picnic Tables

Pets: Allowed On-Leash

Additional Features: Visitor Center, Gift Shop

Trash Cans: Yes

Food for Sale Type: Snack Shop, Gift Shop

Camping: Tent, RV

Camping Amenities: Running Water, Overnight Camping, Fire Rings, Grills

TRAILS:

Trail Description: Natural rock and dirt

Trail Surface: Unpaved

Trail Activities: Walking, Hiking, Running/Jogging, Dog Walking, Birdwatching

Trail Difficulty: Moderate

Trail Layout: Linear

Trail Length: Over 10 miles

Trail Shade: Lots

Trail Surface Type: Natural rock, Sand/Dirt

Trail Slope: Moderate

Trail Width: 2-4 ft

Trail Extras: Kiosk with trail maps, Drinking Water

OTHER:

Park Information: Maps, Brochures, Information Kiosk

Staffing & Safety: Ranger Patrol

Open Space Activities: Play frisbee or catch, Have a picnic, Do Yoga

Open Space Size: Larger than one football field in size

Open Space Shade: Lots