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Shorthills Access

Shorthills Access provides entry to the Short Hills Wildlife Management Area, a 4,232-acre property in Rockbridge County characterized by rugged mountain ridges and mixed forest habitat.

Public access is limited to a one-mile stretch along Plank Road (Virginia State Route 610) with a small developed parking area.

Access requires a valid hunting or fishing permit, or a WMA access permit for visitors 17 and older, and the area is open for hunting, trapping, hiking, and primitive camping.


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