Good news, Virginia! We are lucky to have yet another beautiful state park in the system, and it’s one you’ll want to visit soon. Clinch River State Park is still somewhat in development; however, there are portions that are open to the public and can be enjoyed today. Officially Virginia’s 41st state park, Clinch River is characterized by riverfront scenery, hiking trails, and the beautiful landscape of southwestern Virginia. According to the Nature Conservancy, this region is “One of the Last, Great Places.” Are you ready to start exploring?

Surrounded by the beautiful Appalachian Mountains, Clinch River State Park is a beautiful sight to behold.
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As you might have guessed from the name, the park centers around the Clinch River, which begins in Tazewell and flows through the Great Appalachian Valley.
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Once it's completed, the park will be Virginia's first blueway state park. It will feature hundreds of land features connected by 100 miles of the Clinch River.
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This will allow for many different access points for those who wish to experience the new state park from the water.
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For those who are ready to get out there and start exploring this new park, the Sugar Hill unit in St. Paul is open for visitors. This portion currently features nine miles of hiking trails, a picnic shelter, and two miles of the riverfront.
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There are also some historical and cultural aspects to the park, such as the remnants of a French settlement from the 1700s.
If you love Virginia's state parks, you're bound to be enchanted by its newest addition.
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What are your thoughts on Virginia’s newest state park? Do you think you’ll plan to visit soon? For more information about Clinch River State Park, be sure to visit the official Virginia State Parks website.

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