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  Claytor Lake State Park, a Virginia State Park near Christiansburg, Fairlawn, Pulaski
Located on the 4,500 acre, 21-mile long Claytor Lake (from which the park was named) in the New River Valley of southwestern Virginia, Claytor Lake State Park offers a wide variety of activities for water and land enthusiasts.
The lake and the park are named after Graham Claytor (1886-1971), who was vice president of Appalachian Power and supervised construction of the dam.
During this period, usually two weeks, it may be impossible to launch boats from the Claytor Lake boat launch, and fishing from the shore is difficult.
www.stateparks.com /claytor_lake.html   (590 words)

  
 Claytor Lake Info.
Park Map: Here in PDF form is a map of the park.
This land was given to the state to be developed as Claytor Lake State Park.
Due to a lack of operating funds, the Radford Chamber of Commerce operated the park during the summers of 1949 and 1950.
www.claytorlakeinn.com /index_files/Page550.htm   (538 words)

  
 Virginia (state) - MSN Encarta
Breaks Interstate Park, on the Kentucky-Virginia border and operated jointly by these two states, is known for its spectacular 460-m (1,500-ft) gorge known as the Breaks of the Cumberland, the longest and deepest gorge east of the Mississippi River.
The Staunton River Park on the reservoir formed by John H. Kerr Dam, and Claytor Lake State Park, in western Virginia, are other large state parks.
Virginia’s present state constitution, the state’s sixth, was adopted in 1970 and went into effect in 1971.
encarta.msn.com /encyclopedia_761559915_8/Virginia_(state).html   (638 words)

  
 VDGIF > Fishing > Lakes > Claytor Lake > Facilities
Claytor Lake State Park, located on the north side of the lake, provides 497 acres of park with camping, cabins, picnic areas, and a swimming beach, as well as a marina.
Boat access to the lake is available for a small fee at private ramps at Claytor Lake State Park, Lighthouse Bridge, and at Conrad Brothers and Rockhouse Marinas on the Peak Creek arm of the lake.
The Department maintains no-fee ramps at Allisonia (in the upper lake area) and near the entrance to the state park (Dublin Ramp).
www.dgif.state.va.us /FISHING/waterbodies/display.asp?id=33§ion=facilities   (257 words)

  
 VIRGINIA STATE PARKS
The park is located near the town of Clifton Forge on state Route 629, 4 miles north of I-64, nestled in the Alleghany Mountains (Shenandoah Valley).
The park is located in the midst of Prince Edward-Gallion State Forest, in the Piedmont region between the mountains and the sea, one of the most tranquil areas in Virginia.
The park is on the shores of the man-made lake, 10 miles SE of Scottsburg via State route 344 in Halifax County.
www.cabinweb.com /menu/virginia/virginia.htm   (1490 words)

  
 Claytor Lake State Park   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-17)
Additional vehicles must be parked in the lot adjacent to the campground contact station or in the Campground D parking lot.
Parking lots: Handicap parking spaces are designated at the beach, marina, visitor center (visitor center is not accessible) and two picnic areas.
Although motorized vehicles are not permitted on park trails, electric powered wheelchairs and electric scooters that meet the federal definition for wheelchairs are allowed to enable people with disabilities to use the trails.
www.dcr.state.va.us /parks/claytor.htm   (3988 words)

  
 Claytor Lake Virginia - Claytor Lake VA Web Portal - Claytor Lake Real Estate Property Listings
If the bottom of clear, cold, deep, 21-mile-long Claytor Lake was visible, visitors would get a glimpse of one link on the chain of history connecting early settlement along the frontier area known as southwest Virginia.
When the New River was dammed to form Claytor Lake for the generating of electric power in 1939, the community known as Dunkard's Bottom was swallowed by the rising waters.
Much of the park property, however, is woodland, so getting away from the whine of bass boats and jet skies is no difficult matter.
www.claytor-lake.net   (326 words)

  
 WaveRunner Riding Areas-Virginia Search
Lake Anna State Park has more than 13 miles of hiking trails, lakeshore picnicking, a guarded swimming beach, a children’s play area, a boat ramp, a food concession stand, a bathhouse and a children’s and handicapped fishing pond.
The park is on the north shore of Smith Mountain Lake in Bedford County, approximately 40 miles from both Lynchburg and Roanoke and 140 miles from Richmond.
Leesylvania State Park is in the southeast area of Prince William County, approximately 25 miles from Washington, D.C. and Fredericksburg.
www.yamaha-motor.com /waverunner/events/ride_areas.aspx?ls=waverunner&st=47   (757 words)

  
 Claytor Lake shows off new meeting facility - Roanoke.com
DUBLIN -- State parks officials gathered on the banks of Claytor Lake on Wednesday to dedicate the new and appropriately named Waters Edge Meeting Facility.
These Waters Edge complex and lodges were made possible by passage of a $119 million bond package in 2002, and speakers were lavish in their praise of the Virginia voters who supported the state parks and natural areas initiative.
He credited the park's first manager, Ben Bolen, a Carroll County native who later became state parks commissioner for two decades, for developing the park during his 10 years on the job.
www.roanoke.com /news/nrv\wb/89645   (387 words)

  
 View Park - Claytor Lake State Park - General
View a more detailed map of Claytor Lake State Park and the surrounding area or get directions.
The lake and the park are named after Graham Claytor (1886-1971), who was vice president of Appalachian Power and supervised construction of the dam." - VADCR and Recreation.Gov
Submit a new point of interest for this park.
www.unearthedoutdoors.net /parks/172   (332 words)

  
 The Camping Club - ReserveAmerica
Claytor Lake State Park is located along the shore of scenic Claytor Lake.
Claytor’s hiking trails allow guests to view the various birds and other wildlife species that inhabit the park’s mixed woodlands.
Claytor Lake State Park’s four campgrounds are located in beautiful woodland settings trans-versed by the park’s three hiking trails.
www.thecampingclub.com /zzspotl/claytorlake.html   (494 words)

  
 Howard Johnson Mid-Atlantic
Claytor Lake State Park is a terrific outdoor destination located in the New River Valley just off Interstate 81.
Horseback riders won’t want to pass up the rolling pastures and woodlands of Sky Meadows State Park in Clarke County, just an hour’s drive from Washington, D.C. This peaceful oasis sits on the eastern side of the Blue Ridge Mountains, with access to the Appalachian Trail and a primitive hike-in campground.
Today, the state's sophisticated whitewater industry serves up both wild and mild whitewater on five of the state's rivers, nine months of the year.
www.ecomallbiz.com /hojomidatlantic/mountainregions   (671 words)

  
 Virginia's 2005 Crappie Forecast
Claytor Lake, an impoundment of the New River, should not be overlooked as a nice place to catch crappie.
There is a contour map of the lake available from local stores produced by a local company in cooperation with Friends of Claytor Lake.
To reach Claytor Lake State Park, take the Claytor Lake State Park exit off Interstate 81 and follow the signs to the park.
www.virginiagameandfish.com /fishing/crappies-panfish-fishing/VA_0405_02/index2.html   (708 words)

  
 Fredericksburg.com - New cabins line Lake Anna
Tucked under the trees near the water at Lake Anna State Park are eight brand-new cabins that will be open for rentals beginning July 1.
Some, such as the ones in Westmoreland State Park near Montross, were built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s, bringing back loyal renters year after year.
The cabins and campground are major improvements to the park, which has been open for daytime-use only since it opened in 1983.
fredericksburg.com /News/FLS/2005/062005/06082005/105522   (557 words)

  
 Bolen
Bolen used his experiences at Claytor Lake to master the business of park management and to develop ideas that subsequently resulted in dramatic change in state park policies when he became commissioner.
I had the opportunity to weigh the pros and cons of the resort versus the passive park concept, and based on the capital our state park system had at its disposal, I decided that the best way of serving the most people at the least cost was a passive park system.
To learn as much as he could about the presentation and development of state park systems, he attended and became deeply involved in state, regional and national professional organizations and was president of most of them.
www.rpts.tamu.edu /pugsley/Bolen.htm   (1010 words)

  
 Nearby seclusion
Although the park is just a few miles from Interstate 81, it is totally quiet thanks to buffering from the surrounding wooded ridges.
The park's biggest draws include its sandy swimming beach and a marina, the only full-service marina in Virginia's state park system.
Bank-fishing opportunities are excellent both in the main lake and in the park's quiet lagoon.
www.roanoke.com /roatimes/news/story151552.html   (762 words)

  
 Bolen
Bolen used his experiences at Claytor Lake to master the business of park management and to develop ideas that subsequently resulted in dramatic change in state park policies when he became commissioner.
I had the opportunity to weigh the pros and cons of the resort versus the passive park concept, and based on the capital our state park system had at its disposal, I decided that the best way of serving the most people at the least cost was a passive park system.
To learn as much as he could about the presentation and development of state park systems, he attended and became deeply involved in state, regional and national professional organizations and was president of most of them.
rptsweb.tamu.edu /Pugsley/Bolen.htm   (1010 words)

  
 RV.Net Open Roads Forum: Campgrounds, Resorts and Attractions: Claytor Lake State Park, VA
Nice park though, and the electric area is the most private of any i've seen.
Claytor Lake is one of my favorites, overnite there often going South.
Seems like a pretty large lake for them to not be able to spare an acre or two for some lake front or even lake view camping.
www.rv.net /forum/index.cfm/fuseaction/thread/tid/13985098.cfm   (297 words)

  
 Wildernet - Claytor Lake State Park   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-17)
Description - The lake and the park are named after Graham Claytor (1886-1971), who was vice president of Appalachian Power and supervised construction of the dam.
The parcel consists of 4,500 acres along the 21-mile long Claytor Lake.
- Virginia's lakes and reservoirs are scattered throughout the state.
areas.wildernet.com /pages/statepark.cfm?areaID=CLAYTORVASP   (424 words)

  
 Wildernet - Claytor Lake State Park   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-17)
Blue Ridge Highlands Travel Region - The Blue Ridge Highlands includes seven State Parks, a National Forest, a natural area preserve, two scenic byways and access to the Appalachian Trail.
Virginia Lakes - Virginia's lakes and reservoirs are scattered throughout the state.
Virginia State Parks - Virginia State Parks are special places where visitors find a tonic for mind, body and spirit.
areas.wildernet.com /pages/report.cfm?actid=CLAYTORVASPrec   (183 words)

  
 RVparkreviews.com :: Dublin, Virginia
Claytor Lake State Park is a nice well kept park.
This park is also really easy to get to, being only 2 miles off of route 81.
Park is well supervised and is patrolled 24 hours.
www.rvparkreviews.com /regions/Virginia/Dublin.html   (321 words)

  
 Claytor Lake State Park, Virginia
There's no way to run out of things to do around Claytor Lake State Park it is a fun place for the whole family.
Camping out is always a fun thing to do and Claytor Lake State Park in Virginia is a great place to go.
Claytor Lake State Park is right by the Fire Trail and great skiing awaits you at Winterplace.
www.hikercentral.com /campgrounds/112415.html   (789 words)

  
 Outdoor Recreation Pulaski VA Virginia + Golf Vacations - City Guide
Claytor Lake State Park 6620 Ben H. Bolen Drive, Pulaski, VA 24084, Located in Dublin,
, Situated on the 4,500 acre, 21 mile long Claytor Lake in the New River Valley of Southwestern Virginia, this park offers a wide variety of activities for water and land enthusiasts, including a campground and cabins, a full service marina, interpretive programs, and opportunities for boating, fishing, hiking, picnicking, swimming, and sailing.
The park is also excellent for hiking, horseback riding, and bicycling.
www.discoverourtown.com /VA/Pulaski/Recreation-303.html   (150 words)

  
 Virginia Public Lands
Chippokes Plantation State Park is one of the oldest working farms in the United States.
Chippokes Plantation State Park is operated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in cooperation with the Chippokes Plantation Farm Foundation.
Douthat was one of the original six Virginia State Parks to open on June 15, 1936.
www.biggamehunt.net /sections/Virginia/public_lands/page2.html   (839 words)

  
 Boating America Virginia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-17)
Several State Parks are located all around the lake including Occoneechee on the Virginia side and Satterwhite on the North Carolina side.
The lake is next to Leesville Lake (divided by a dam) and features many coves and forks in its 18 miles of length.
The lake is 16 miles from tip to tip and lies in the scenic Holston Valley on the Tennessee border.
www.boatingamerica.com /states/virginia/virginia.htm   (778 words)

  
 Super 8 Motel - Radford Radford - online hotel reservations
Super 8 Radford is located approximately five miles from Claytor Lake and seven miles from New River Valley Airport.
Radford Recreation/Bissett Park: 29 1st Street Radford, VA 540-731-3633 Open: 8am - 6pm Swimming pool, tennis area, senior center, volleyball courts, and soccer are some the activities at Radford Recreation and Bisset Park.
Claytor Lake State Park: 4400 State Park Rd Dubun, VA 540-643-2500 Hiking trails, camping, swimming, and cabin rentals can be found at Claytor Lake State Park.
www.all-hotels.com /xbook/servlet/hotel-details?hotl_id=61679   (588 words)

  
 Civil Environmental Engineering
This recreational area is a 51-mile linear park offering a trail for bicycles, hikers, and horseback riders.
Parking and trail head are on the left, two miles past the lake.
Parking is on the left and the trail head is on the right.
ewr.cee.vt.edu /environmental/social/OutdoorActivities.htm   (828 words)

  
 Claytor Lake Virginia House Rental - House
Claytor Lake is great for water sports or fishing, so bring your boat or rent one at one of the two nearby marinas.
It is a great area for hiking along the New River or spending time at one of the four area parks including Claytor Lake State Park, Foster Falls, Harry deHaven, and The New River Trail State Park.
Wonderfully situated on nearly 2 acres on a hill overlooking Claytor Lake.
www.vrbo.com /56232   (412 words)

  
 Old Dominion Historical Fire Society - 2001 Claytor Lake Muster
The Western and Southwestern Regions of ODHFS invite all to the Fourth Annual Claytor Lake Muster.
Come to Claytor Lake State Park, Exit 101, I-81, near Dublin, VA, and celebrate the natural beauty of Southwest Virginia.
Please call early and state that you are participating in the Claytor Lake Festival.
www.odhfs.org /claytor_2001.html   (289 words)

  
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I-81 south of Harrisburg to the state line is an abomination.
It was foggy in the park, so didn't get any good photos of the attractive lake.
Hit the Florida state line around 4 PM and the outside temperature had climbed to 78F.
sky.prohosting.com /chainfl/1999-4/01.htm   (894 words)

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