Exploring the Natural Beauty of New River Trail State Park

Getting There

• Car

  From Grayson Highlands State Park, start by heading southeast on US-58 E. Continue on US-58 E for approximately 22 miles until you reach the town of Galax. Once in Galax, turn left onto US-221 S. Follow US-221 S for about 10 miles, then take a slight right onto US-52 S. Continue on US-52 S for about 8 miles until you reach the intersection with VA-100 S. Turn left onto VA-100 S and follow it for approximately 10 miles. Look for signs indicating New River Trail State Park, then turn left onto Orphanage Dr. Follow this road until you arrive at the park entrance at 116 Orphanage Dr, Max Meadows, VA 24360.

• Public Transportation

  There is no direct public transportation available from Grayson Highlands State Park to New River Trail State Park. However, you can take a Greyhound or Megabus from the nearest city (Galax) to Max Meadows. From Grayson Highlands, you can either drive to Galax (about 22 miles) or arrange for local taxi services. Once you arrive in Max Meadows, you can take a local taxi to reach New River Trail State Park at 116 Orphanage Dr, Max Meadows, VA 24360. Make sure to check for taxi availability and costs in advance, as they may vary.