Grassy Hill Nature Preserve
6 miles, moderate terrain
30 miles from Roanoke, $4.00 carpool fee
The hike is located in Franklin County, just outside the
town of Rocky Mount at the Grassy Hill Natural Area Preserve, owned and managed
by the Virginia Department of Conservation & Recreation. This hike will
traverse Grassy Hill which is a formation composed of ancient volcanic rocks
rich in magnesium. Hikers will get to see a mixture of habitats including
areas that support rare plants.