Colonial Parkway
Colonial National Historical Park, York County, VA
Point-to-point trail in Colonial National Historical Park, York County, VA. Scenic drive.
- Distance
- 22.6 mi (36.3 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 581 ft (177 m)
- Est. Time
- 7 hr 35 min
- High point
- 85 ft (26 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Viewpoint 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from start
- Attraction: Weaver 9.6 mi (15.4 km) from start
- Attraction: Magazine 9.6 mi (15.5 km) from start
- Attraction: Market Square 9.6 mi (15.5 km) from start
- Attraction: Courthouse 9.6 mi (15.5 km) from start
- Attraction: Peyton Randolph House 9.7 mi (15.6 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Colonial Parkway
How long is Colonial Parkway?
Colonial Parkway is 22.6 mi (36.3 km) long. Most people take about 7 hr 35 min. It climbs 581 ft (177 m) in total, up to a high point of 85 ft (26 m).
How hard is Colonial Parkway?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Colonial Parkway?
Parking at the start. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Colonial Parkway?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Colonial Parkway shaded?
Partly shaded (67% under trees).
What can you do on Colonial Parkway?
Best for Scenic drive.
Where can you eat near Colonial Parkway?
Dale House Cafe, 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from the start.
Is this a good week for Colonial Parkway?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap