General Information

Posted by Marc on July 25, 2003. Categories: Ramsey's Draft

Access

Ramsey's Draft is about a 45 minute drive west of Staunton Virginia along State Route 250. There is easy access, parking, and restrooms at this location.

Nearest Towns

Staunton is the nearest significant town. There are many gas stations, restaurants and stores in Staunton.

Maps

I was unable to get together a decent electronic map for this area, but the George Washington National Forest Deerfield Ranger District office will gladly send you detailed maps and trail descriptions. They were very helpful. Contact them at:

George Washington National Forest
Deerfield Ranger District
Rt. 6, Box 419
Staunton, VA 24401
(703)885-8028

Other Links

The Potomac Appalachian Trail Club website has a lot of great information about Ramsey's Draft (that is where I first learned about it). Check out Ramsey's Draft Wilderness by Andy Hiltz. Andy also lists some other resources about Ramsey's Draft: