Ever wondered what stories Douthat State Park holds? Join us for a scenic stroll along the lake as we uncover the park’s fascinating past. Much of Douthat looks just as it did when it first opened in 1936, making this walk feel like a true journey through time.

Along the way, you’ll learn how the park got its name, discover the lasting legacy of the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) who built it, and see historic structures that have stood for nearly a century. From picnic shelters with unique names to hidden details in the landscape, every stop has a story to tell.

Please meet at Camp Malone Picnic Shelter. This walk is approximately 0.4 miles on uneven terrain.

Town Hall of Clifton Forge, Va.
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Clifton Forge, Virginia 24422
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To Douthat State Park: 5.7 miles
To Covington, Virginia: 13 miles
To Humpback Covered Bridge: 16 miles
To Falling Spring Falls: 18 miles
To Lexington, Virginia: 29 miles
To The Omni Homestead Resort, Hot Springs, VA: 35 miles
To The Greenbrier Resort, White Sulphur Springs, WV: 36 miles
To Roanoke, VA: 44 miles
To Blacksburg, VA: 77 miles
To Charlottesville, VA: 95 miles
To Charleston, WV: 150 miles
To Richmond, VA: 166 miles
To Washington, DC: 218 miles

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