Blue Hole Bergton
Bergton, Virginia
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38°45'22.3"N 78°56'15.7"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Virginia |
Picnic Tables
Swim
Blue Hole is a day use picnic area in Rockingham County Virginia. This picnic area is near a river that has been a popular spot for swimming and wading over the years. Do to flooding and erosion this area has become progressively shallower and had rocks exposed. Diving is no longer allowed in this area and the swimming is becoming more difficult. This spot is great for wading and enjoying the beautiful rocks forest and picnic area.
More Information
- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Bergton, Virginia
- Head east on State Rte 826 toward State Rte 820 (0.4 mi)
- Turn right onto State Rte 820 (0.7 mi)
- Turn right onto Blue Hole RdDestination will be on the left(0.3 mi)
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