Green Pastures Recreation Area
- Status
- Status not postedDaily sunrise – sunset
- Entrance fee
- $5 per vehicleAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Statewide rule — see below
- Camping
- Yes
- Official site
- dcr.virginia.gov(540) 862-8100
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Overview
Green Pastures Recreation Area is a recreation area in Alleghany County, about 14 miles west of Lexington.
Its trail network totals roughly 8 miles, according to the park.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Daily | sunrise – sunset | — |
Official wording
The grounds are open from Dawn to Dusk. May 1- Oct. 31
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/New York).
Pets
'Pets are welcome in most outdoor areas of our parks.' 'Leashes may be no longer than 6 feet.' 'Pets are not permitted in yurts.' 'There is a $20 additional nightly charge per pet for cabin stays. There is no additional charge for pets in campgrounds.'
Statewide rule from Virginia's park system (source). This park’s page doesn’t state its own pet rules, so check for local restrictions.
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Passenger Vehicle Parking and Admission Fees – Standard | $5 |
| Passenger Vehicle Parking and Admission Fees – Weekends (Apr–Oct*) | $5 |
| High Occupancy Vehicle and Bus Parking and Admission Fees – HOV 9–15 passengers Standard | $13 |
| High Occupancy Vehicle and Bus Parking and Admission Fees – HOV 9–15 passengers Weekends Apr–Oct* | $13 |
| High Occupancy Vehicle and Bus Parking and Admission Fees – Buses 16 or more Year-Round | $30 |
Official wording
Passenger Vehicle Parking and Admission Fees – Standard: $5 Passenger Vehicle Parking and Admission Fees – Weekends (Apr–Oct*): $5 High Occupancy Vehicle and Bus Parking and Admission Fees – HOV 9–15 passengers Standard: $13 High Occupancy Vehicle and Bus Parking and Admission Fees – HOV 9–15 passengers Weekends Apr–Oct*: $13 High Occupancy Vehicle and Bus Parking and Admission Fees – Buses 16 or more Year-Round: $30
Virginia park passes
- Naturally Yours Passport — $85. Parking and admission for 12 months to all State Parks (admission for up to 4 at Natural Bridge and Southwest Virginia Museum) Details
- Senior Naturally Yours Passport — $40. Parking and admission for 12 months, age 62+ Details
- Naturally Yours Passport for Boaters/Equestrians — $180. Parking plus boat-launch / horse-trailer fees for 12 months Details
- Senior Naturally Yours Passport for Boaters/Equestrians — $145. As above, age 62+ Details
From the Virginia state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- Virginia State Parks reservation system (reservevaparks.com)
- Phone
- 800-933-7275
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Camping
OVERNIGHT FACILITIES
None - day use only, but see Douthat State Park for overnight camping and cabin facilities near this park. For information on the availability of other parks' overnight accommodations and particular park amenities or to make a reservation, you can reserve online or call 1-800-933-PARK. See park fees.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
Trails
Green Pastures Recreation Area has over 8 miles of hiking and biking trails that connect to trails in the USFS.
Swimming
While swimming isn't available at this park, you can take a short trip to nearby Douthat State Park, where you can enjoy this amenity.
Boating, paddling and fishing
Green Pastures has a small lake for fishing as well as Blue Suck Run. All DWR fishing regulations apply. No boating at this park.
A state fishing license is usually required.
Getting there
- Address
- 201 Green Pasture Trail
Clifton Forge, VA 24422 - Nearest town
- Lexington — about 14 mi west (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 37.7886, -79.7031
- Phone
- (540) 862-8100
- douthat@dcr.virginia.gov
Google Maps directionsApple MapsOfficial park map (PDF)
Directions from the park
From I-64 Take Exit 35 for VA-269/State Route 850 toward Longdale Furnace. Turn onto VA-269W toward Longdale Furnace Road. Continue for 2 miles. Turn left onto Tri-county Road. Slight right onto Green Pasture Trail. From Clifton Forge, head east on US-60 Business E/Main St, turn right onto Longdale Furnace Rd, continue onto VA-269 E/Longdale Furnace Rd, turn right onto Tri County Rd, slight right onto Green Pasture Trail, and follow it to the parking area.
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Virginia State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026; page says updated Jun 11, 2026
- Virginia State Parks 'Find a park' list (HTML, one 'Name (CODE)' link per park)
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. No change has been detected since this page was first published. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology