Black Orv (FR 5023) in VA -- Camping Rules & Access
Black Orv (FR 5023) in VA
Road corridorGeorge Washington and Jefferson NF, Eastern Divide Ranger District
19 mi from Ronceverte
Maps 3,389 ft
Dispersed camping generally allowed
U.S. Forest Service default; a local order can restrict it.
George Washington and Jefferson National Forests ↗
Stay limit: 14 days · within 30 days
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Road Access
Difficult
- All 3.3 miles of this road are maintained for high-clearance vehicles, dirt the whole way.
- Near Arnolds Knob.
- Estimated climb: 1,200 ft over 3.3 miles through 10 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 16% and pitches to 24%.
- Terrain estimates show roadside drops of up to ~120 ft on the downhill side.
Setting
Fairly secluded
- Well separated here, with the nearest through road 0.7 miles off.
- Right Fork Trout Branch Spring lies 0.9 mi off.
Rules
Climate averages
October normals 37–62°F, 3.1″ precipitation. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.