New River Trail State Park
176 Orphanage Dr, Foster Falls, VA 24360
1,100 acres · 57 miles of trails
Foster Falls' New River Trail State Park follows a 57-mile rail-trail beside the New River, offering shade, water, parking, restrooms, and trash cans. Leashed dogs are permitted throughout the scenic state park. Bring fishing gear for riverbank stops.
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- Park
- New River Trail State Park
- Type
- State park
- Location
- Foster Falls, Virginia
- Coordinates
- 36.8942, -80.7494
- Size
- 1,100 acres
- Trail miles
- 57
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.8 / 5 (1,820 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.9 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.8 from 1,820 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 1,100 acres of room
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Dog policy
57-mile rail-trail state park along New River. Leashed dogs welcome.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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