Channels State Forest covers 4,836 acres in Washington and Russell counties. Management focuses on demonstration of scientific forest management, applied forest research, development of diverse wildlife habitat, watershed protection, biological diversity, and passive outdoor recreation.
With elevations ranging from 1,800 feet to over 4,200 feet above sea level, the Channels State Forest encompasses a diversity of forest types, with several hardwood types predominant. Several intermittent and perennial streams flow through the forest.
The Channels State Forest is located on the south slope of Clinch Mountain, situated primarily in Washington County, approximately 8 miles due north of Abingdon. The property lies just north of Route 689 (Brumley Gap Road) and west of Route 80. A small portion of the forest (30 acres), extends over the top of Clinch Mountain into Russell County; north and east of Middle Knob.
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23220-23298 Co Rd 689
Abingdon, VA 24210
Phone: (276) 236-2322
Service Area
Services provided in:
- Russell County, Virginia
- Washington County, Virginia
