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Philpott Lake has long-drawn fishermen and boaters from around the region to spend an afternoon on the tranquil water. But the area has also become a hub for cyclists, who\u2019ve discovered that the forested trails and quiet roads are another great way to explore this scenic section of Southwest Virginia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIt really has any kind of riding that you want to do\u2014and it\u2019s just a beautiful place to explore,\u201d says Tommy Smith, president of the Henry County Bike Club. \u201cYou escape onto the trails and it\u2019s really like you have left civilization.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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JAMISON MILL PARK<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll find a wide variety of opportunities to get outside on a bike, whether you prefer knobby tires, skinny ones, or you\u2019re just looking to cruise around with the family. On Philpott Lake\u2019s northeastern side in Franklin County, Jamison Mill Park<\/a> offers more than four miles of trails for hiking and biking made up of three interconnected loops. There\u2019s no fee for day use in the area, and visitors wanting to spend the night can stay in one of nine campsites by the lake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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FAIRY STONE STATE PARK<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

On the Patrick County side of Philpott in Fairy Stone State Park<\/a>, the Little Mountain Falls Trail System has about 12 miles of biking trails ranging from moderate to difficult. These ratings mostly depend on your fitness level, as some steeper trails listed as difficult such as the Mountain View Trail are actually paved. Before you set out on your journey, check out the Trail Guide<\/a> for a map and other relevant park and trail information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Little Mountain Falls Trail System has about 12 miles of biking trails, with plenty of singletrack. Virginia State Parks<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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SWEET MOUNTAIN LAUREL LOOP<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Located just northwest of Philpott Lake, the Sweet Mountain Laurel Loop<\/a> centers around the Blue Ridge Parkway, and road cyclists will find lots to love on this designed route that highlights some of the most beautiful scenery in the region. About 12 miles of road are designated as part of the loop, but you can easily string together a 20 to 30 mile ride in the region. Review the map to see several points of interest along the way, including the Mabry Mill and Buffalo Mountain Natural Area Preserve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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I.C. DEHART PARK<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A 20-minute drive from the lake will take you to the I. C. DeHart Park. Home to the annual Bootlegger\u2019s Blitz (the Virginia State Championship bike race for the past two years and part of the 2018 Virginia Off Road Series<\/a>), the park has 16 miles of high-quality mountain bike trails to test your technical skills and stamina. The park is named after Isaac DeHart, whose mill on Widgeon Creek was a fixture in the area for years. DeHart also ran a (legal) distillery and shipped his alcohol around the country. When he passed away, his widow donated the land to what was at the time known as the County of Patrick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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HORSEPASTURE PRICE ROAD<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

About a half an hour south of Philpott near Martinsville off Horsepasture Price Road, the Mountain Laurel Trail System<\/a> is rapidly becoming a staple for mountain bikers of all skill levels. With help from local trail builders and volunteers, landowner Bob Norris has created more than 10 miles of singletrack that is open to the public on his own 100 acres. In addition, there are talks with other owners whose property is adjacent to the land to expand the trail system even further. Mountain Laurel has something for everyone, and it was deliberately designed to provide accessible options for beginners while still keeping things fun for more advanced riders. If you\u2019re looking to meet new riding partners, Henry County Bike Club<\/a> meets at the trails every Sunday at 2 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

More interested in hitting the road? Both Franklin and Patrick counties (on the east and west sides of Philpott, respectively) are bordered by the Blue Ridge Parkway<\/a>. The Parkway may be known as \u201cAmerica\u2019s Favorite Drive,\u201d but any avid road cyclist will tell you it\u2019s up there on the riding list, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe\u2019re lucky to have that one in our backyard,\u201d said Smith, the Henry Bike Club president.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spectacular views at regular overlooks help distract you from the great workout you\u2019re getting on all the climbs, and the majority of the parkway south of Roanoke maintains an elevation above 2,500 feet, contributing to cooler air and pleasant breezes during your ride.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Locals love riding the Blue Ridge Parkway, and with views like this, who could blame them? Lisa Panero<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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MARTINSVILLE<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For more casual rides near Philpott, consider heading to Martinsville to ride the Dick and Willie Passage Rail Trail<\/a>, 4.5-mile paved trail on the site of the former Danville and Western Railroad. The trail is being expanded and will soon more than double to 10 miles. The Henry County Bike Club meets at Liberty Street for a Ride and Dine every Friday morning around 11, riding the length of the trail and then stopping in for lunch at one of the local eateries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you want to get off the pavement but you\u2019re not quite ready for narrow singletrack trails, check out the Fieldale Walking Trail (bikes are welcome) just outside of Martinsville. This 2.4-mile doubletrack trail runs along the Smith River and is flat and open, meaning it\u2019s perfect for beginning mountain bikers who want to get out in nature and enjoy scenic river views while getting more comfortable on a bike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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WHERE TO GET A BIKE<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Itching to ride a bike but don\u2019t have your own? The Martinsville-Henry County YMCA Bike Barn Program<\/a> provides loaner bikes and helmets at the Doyle Street trailhead. (Call the YMCA at 276-634-6427 to request a bike.) The Bike Barn is open seven days a week from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. Best of all, it\u2019s free, so there\u2019s no excuse not to get out and enjoy a bike ride.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s no shortage of fun things to do around Philpott Lake, but if you\u2019re visiting the area, spending time on two wheels is a worthwhile part of any itinerary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Written by Michael Welch for RootsRated Media in partnership with Patrick County.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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