Follow Us On:

Virtual Tour: Powder House Trail

The Powder House Trail is a one mile long, moderate difficulty, multi-use trail that passes through the woods along the south side of the lake and connects the Fisherman's Run Trail to the Lake Trail. This trail is a bit rougher than the adjoining trails and features moderate changes in elevation. The trail obtains its name from the restored CCC powder house located nearby. The powder house was used by the Civilian Conservation Corps to store blasting powder and dynamite during the construction of the park and its trail system. Its somewhat remote location and fire or spark resistant construction was insurance against the ever present danger of explosion.

Click here to return to Hungry Mother State Park

Related Articles

Grayson Highlands State Park is looking for traditional Appalachian hand crafts Theresa Tibbs Grayson Highlands State Park is looking for traditional Appalachian hand crafts to be sold in the park's Virgil J Cox Visitor Center.	Great Backyard Bird Count at Hungry Mother State Park Shellie Anne Join us as we count the birds at Hungry Mother State Park on February 18th, 2012 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Master Gardener classes are beginning Amy Atwood The Wythe Bland Region Master Gardener Association has announced spring classes.	Southwest Virginia: One of the Last Great Places on Earth Shellie Anne An overview of southwest Virginia's ecological and biological diversity inclusive of geology and uncommon, rare, and endangered flora and fauna.

Browse related articles