Ivy Creek Natural Area

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1776 Earlysville Rd
Charlottesville, VA 22901
+1 (434) 973-7772
http://ivycreekfoundation.org

Ivy Creek Natural Area (ICNA) is a 219-acre preserve located in Charlottesville, Virginia, bordered by the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains and the South Fork Rivanna Reservoir. With over seven miles of trails that weave through upland woods, pine stands, fields, streams, and shorelines, ICNA offers a prime opportunity to explore the diverse natural history of Central Virginia.

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John B.
6/8/2025

I was heretofore unfamiliar with this tract of land despite having spent plenty of time in the area. It seems I missed out, as a splendid variety of experiences were available for free. Traversing...

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Dan M.
10/5/2022

Entire area is maintained very well and there are tons of different paths to take. There are also some labeled trees to check out

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Steven J.
11/17/2020

Nice little part just to walk around and get away most of the trails are well marked but you can't still get lost if you're not paying attention.

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Angel H.
5/21/2017

This is definitely one of my favorite go-to places when I feel like a quick hike. Ivy Creek Natural Area is conveniently located off US-29, yet a fine getaway from the city. The trails are well...

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Jj B.
5/7/2018

I had expected more people on a Sunday afternoon but it was quiet, calming, and so beautifully green. I watched deer champing on leaves close by and woodpeckers chase each other through the trees....

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