TEMPORARILY CLOSED
The James River Face Wilderness and all associated trails, including a section of the Appalachian National Scenic Trail, are closed to all public use due to the ongoing wildland fire.
The following areas are temporarily closed to allow for public and fire fighter safety:
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%3Ali%3AAppalachian Trail %3AFT #1%3A from James River Foot Bridge to Petite’s Gap Road %3AFR #35%3A%3A/li%3A
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%3Ali%3AMatts Creek Trail %3AFT #4,/Old A.T.%3A%3A/li%3A
%3Ali%3APiney Ridge Trail %3AFT #2%3A%3A/li%3A
%3Ali%3ABalcony Falls Trail %3AFT #7%3A%3A/li%3A
%3Ali%3AGunther Ridge Trail %3AFT #8%3A%3A/li%3A
%3Ali%3ABelfast Trail %3AFT #8%3A%3A/li%3A
%3Ali%3ASulphur Springs Trail %3AFT #3001%3A%3A/li%3A
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The public is also reminded that flying drones over the fire is prohibited and may impact fire fighter aerial safety.