The Channels Natural Area Preserve
The Channels Natural Area Preserve is a 721-acre (2.92 km2) Natural Area Preserve located in Washington and Russell counties, Virginia. It was established in April 2008 to protect a number of significant natural communities and habitats, including high-elevation forests, rock outcrops, and cliffs. Its name comes from a cluster of eroded crevices and sandstone boulders located on a portion of the land.[1]
| The Channels Natural Area Preserve | |
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| Location | Washington and Russell counties, Virginia |
| Coordinates | 36°52′0″N 81°59′36″W |
| Area | 721 acres (2.92 km2) |
| Governing body | Virginia Department of Forestry |
The preserve is part of the Channels State Forest, managed by the Virginia Department of Forestry.[1] The state forest and preserve are both open to the public, though an access permit is required for some activities on state forest lands.[2]
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View within the Great Channels
View within the Great Channels
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See also
- List of Virginia Natural Area Preserves
References
- "The Channels Natural Area Preserve". Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation. Retrieved December 14, 2016.
- "Channels State Forest" (PDF). Virginia Department of Forestry. Retrieved December 14, 2016.
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