Hankey MTN (FR 425) in VA -- Camping Rules & Access

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Hankey MTN (FR 425) in VA

Road corridorGeorge Washington and Jefferson NF, North River Ranger District

13 mi from Bridgewater

Maps 1,863 ft

Dispersed camping generally allowed

U.S. Forest Service default; a local order can restrict it.

George Washington and Jefferson National Forests ↗

Motor-vehicle season 10/1–1/15Stay limit: 14 days · within 30 days
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AT&TNONE
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Road Access

Rough
  • All 3.8 miles of this road are maintained for high-clearance vehicles, gravel the whole way.
  • Near North River Picnic Area.
  • Estimated climb: 1,200 ft over 3.8 miles through 7 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 12% and pitches to 16%.
  • Terrain estimates show roadside drops of up to ~140 ft on the downhill side.

Setting

Some privacy
  • Moderately separated here.
  • Trimble Mountain stands 905 ft above the map pin, 0.9 miles north.
  • North River runs 0.1 mi off.

Rules

  • Dispersed camping in one location is allowable up to 14 days in any 30-day period. Camp at least 100 feet from any stream or other water source.
  • Camping rules
  • Current fire orders

Climate averages

October normals 42–67°F, 2.4″ precipitation. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

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