Get your heart pumping in the New Year, on this ranger-led hike along Purchase Ridge. This trail will take you to one of the highest points in the park and enjoy the view from Purchase Ridge Overlook. This hike is a 3.5-mile round trip and involves steady inclines. Please dress for the weather and bring snacks and water.

Natural Tunnel State Park is proud to offer red/green colorblindness correcting outdoor glasses by EnChroma during all offered programming; three protan red sensitivity and three deutan green sensitivity are available for use during programs.

About First Day Hikes
Every year on Jan. 1, Virginia State Parks celebrates First Day Hikes. This nationwide initiative invites people to ring in the new year by connecting with nature and making lasting memories at a state park. Ranger-led and self-guided First Day Hikes are offered across the state, giving visitors of all ages and skill levels the chance to explore outdoors. January 1 is a Free Parking Day at all Virginia State Parks. (The admission fee at Natural Bridge still applies).  

Other details
Standard parking or admission fee applies: No.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 276-940-2674
Email Address: [email protected]

Location: Camp Store