dispersednational forest

Straight Branch Trail Shelter

dispersed · VA

  • fuel station7.9 mi

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About

This trail is a pretty steady incline up until you arrive at Straight Branch Shelter. There is a stream near by. Follow the blue blaze trail directly in front of the shelter down the hill. The privy has been torn down. There is also an old fire pit and picnic table.

Around this stay

Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.

  • fuel station

    Exxon

    7.9 mi
  • propane

    Blue Rhino

    8.6 mi
  • grocery

    Food Lion

    8.2 mi
  • trailhead

    Dragon's Tooth Trailhead

    1.6 mi
  • attraction

    Viewpoint

    1.7 mi

No dump station found within ~25 mi. Plan dump access before you arrive.

Contact & access

  • VA
  • OPEN

Source and verification

Last verified: 10/2/2026

See the Sources tab for provenance detail.