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Damascus City Park – Holston River Confluence loop from Damascus

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Damascus City Park – Holston River Confluence loop from Damascus

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Damascus City Park – Holston River Confluence loop from Damascus

03:33

37.3km

350m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 27, 2026

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178 m

Damascus City Park

Highlight • Rest Area

If you're looking for a hike in Damascus then you should start here in the city park. Not only does the Appalachian Trail pass through but so does the Virginia …

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198 m

Damascus Parking for Virginia Creeper Trail

Highlight • Parking

Great location to park to ride the Virginia Creeper trail, within walking distance to downtown and nice bathrooms.

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1.58 km

The Damascus Brewery

Highlight • Pub

This is a small brewery in a small town but they make excellent brews. Keep in mind they don't serve any food, though there is a food truck here at …

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2.03 km

Laurel Creek

Lake

13.7 km

Holston River Confluence

Highlight • River

The Virginia Creeper Trail crosses the Holston River at the confluence of its Middle and South Forks. An impressive wooden bridge crosses the river and makes for dramatic photo opportunities.

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19.0 km

Virginia Creeper Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Virginia Creeper Trail is one of the premier rails-to-trails works in the county. For nearly 35 miles of converted railroad hikers, bikers, and runners can explore the wilderness at …

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37.3 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

34.4 km

1.37 km

777 m

456 m

366 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

35.2 km

1.46 km

456 m

222 m

Elevation

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Highest point (590 m)

Lowest point (530 m)

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Damascus City Park – Holston River Confluence loop from Damascus

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