Easily accessible from interstate 81, the park features the only full service marina in the state park system. He is also working on a live questionanswer podcast about lake topics that will go on all social media platforms. As well as interactive exhibits showcasing the lakes ecology, it also features a swimming dock, boathire station, snack bar, gift store, and a. Virginia compiled genealogies for a list of several published books and articles.
If the bottom of clear, cold, deep, 21milelong claytor lake was visible, visitors would get a glimpse of one link on the chain of history connecting early settlement along the frontier area known as southwest virginia. Launch boats for free at harrys point within pulaski countys harry dehaven park and at vdgif ramps at allisonia and near the entrance to the state park. Claytor lake topo map, pulaski county va dublin area. We hope you will come to the park and enjoy finding the map points on the tour and seeing what was once in place versus now. Claytor lake state park cabins virginia is for lovers. Mike burchett of the rockhouse marina 5409801488 provided the following fishing report for claytor lake. Claytor lake state park dublin 2020 all you need to.
Any wood brought to the park should be fully burned before leaving. Check out the new look and enjoy easier access to your favorite features. It offers swimming, camping, cabins, lodges, nature and history programs, miles of hiking trails, and a visitor center. Claytor lake state park sits on the northern shore of claytor lake, just minutes from i81. Because the nearest station and this geographic feature may have. Lakeview lakeview, a 4 bedroom vacation home on beautiful. For more information on the park, call 540 6432500. Claytor lake state park getaway virginia is for lovers. It probably should have been named william christian lake, considering the herculean efforts of pulaski county, va to preserve that mans. This is a list of state parks and reserves in the virginia state park system virginia opened its entire state park system on june 15, 1936 as a sixpark system. Claytor was a head supervisor in the construction of the dam and lake, a position which secured his name a permanent place in history. Some work is still in progress, however it is at the rear of the house and will, in no way, inconvenience your stay.
Jacksons ferry and the shot tower are located along the new river in the eastern section of wythe county. Appalachian power bought the rights to the land and built a dam that would provide hydroelectric power and a larger lake. Offering the best quality claytor lake boat rentals, jet ski, waverunners, boat tours and charters, water sports, flyboarding and water toys at this beautiful lake. Access other maps for various points of interests and businesses.
This was about 61% of all the recorded claytor s in the usa. What we see today as the secondlargest freshwater lake in the state and the largest that is entirely within the confines of virginias borders began to fill up with water in september of 1963. Anyone who is interested in visiting claytor lake can print the free topographic map and street map using the link above. The ghost town of monroe could be hiding underwater in virginia.
Although the ferry only lives on in the memories of those who used it, a state historical marker was placed along route 52 in 1932 near the ferrys original location. Claytor lake in pulaski county, virginia, is a 4,500 acre, 21 mile long reservoir on the new river created for a hydroelectric project of appalachian power company. The abbreviated historical timeline of pulaski county. Claytor lake about focl claytor lake the friends of. We rented 4 cabins all located on a circular drive. Given this is the thunderstormintheafternoon time of the year, we had a lineup of other things to do that were offwater. Claytor lake lies within claytor state park which is an outdoor lovers paradise. The most claytor families were found in the usa in 1920. Lake state park 5 westmoreland cliffs, and 6 staunton river state park. Graham claytor 18861971 of nearby roanoke, a former vice.
This vacation rental home, named claytor lake haven is located on a private paved road at the quieter stretch of the deepwater area of claytor lake. Guide to pulaski county virginia ancestry, family history, and genealogy. I encourage the use of actual historical literaturehistorical books to get a broader look at the history of pulaski county. The nearest weather station for both precipitation and temperature measurements is pula which is approximately 7 miles away and has an elevation of 1,850 feet 6 feet higher than claytor lake. The visitor center is located in the historic howe house.
Claytor lake state park is a 472acre 191 ha state park in pulaski county, virginia. Private and state access to boating, camping, fishing, hiking, picnicking, swimming and sailing. Clsa supports all types and levels of interest and ability in sailing and sailingbased camaraderie through a variety of events. History the friends of claytor lake was formed in 1993 in response to debris buildup in claytor lake. Claytor lake boat rentals jet ski watercraft rental. Jul 12, 2016 what we see today as the secondlargest freshwater lake in the state and the largest that is entirely within the confines of virginias borders began to fill up with water in september of 1963. We held our annual family reunion at claytor lake state park for the 3rd year in a row. For some, getting away isnt being surrounded by the next big tourist attraction, but instead, feeling slightly isolated with your loved ones with nature by your side. Focl pronounced focal is a 501c3 organization of volunteers.
Buy cl claytor lake va virginia oval car sticker indoor outdoor 5 x 3. Boat access to the lake is available for a small fee at private ramps at claytor lake state park, lighthouse bridge, and. The park is located on claytor lake, a 4,500acre 18 km 2, 21milelong 34 km reservoir on the new river formed by claytor dam, which is used to generate hydroelectric power by the appalachian power company. It is a fantastic location with nice 2 bedroom cabins, great lake, swimming beach, hiking trails and overall just a very nice park. Find unique places to stay with local hosts in 191 countries. Its situated on claytor lake with plenty of amenities for visitors including swimming beach in the park, boat rentals, and hiking trails. Claytor lake is a 4,475 acre reservoir on the new river in pulaski county, virginia.
This was about 61% of all the recorded claytors in the usa. Claytor lake state park, located on the north side of the lake, provides 497 acres of park with camping, cabins, picnic areas, and a swimming beach, as well as a marina. There is a marina where you can rent anything from a ski. One of the gems we discovered was the nearby wilderness road regional museum in newbern virginia which is in pulaski county. Claytor lake state park is a great place to visit and camp. Doc floyd serves in the va general assembly, as governor of va and as a u. Click here to join the pulaski county va mailing list or to search the archives of messages. The new river is one of the few rivers in north america to flow north and west, and it is the only river to cut through the entire width of the appalachian mountains.
Cl claytor lake va virginia oval car sticker indoor. Virginia joined this effort when will carson of the virginia conservation. As well as interactive exhibits showcasing the lake s ecology, it also features a swimming dock, boathire station, snack bar, gift store, and a string of familyfriendly hiking trails. One of her companions, stephen epperly, who taught at radford university, convinced her to go with him to a cabin at claytor lake. Claytor lake state park offers a wide variety of activities for water and land enthusiasts, including swimming, camping, cabins, lodges, a meeting facility, nature and history programs, miles of hiking trails, and a visitor center. There are so many stories that virginia state parks hold and claytor lake state park is excited to share a few stories with you in our virtual then and now history tour. Pulaski county, virginia genealogy genealogy familysearch wiki. The claytor family name was found in the usa, the uk, canada, and scotland between 1841 and 1920. Beaches and lakes around christiansburg christiansburg, va aarp in your city. Though claytor lake enjoys an ideal location close to conveniences and interstate 81, it also shares its shores with peaceful 475acre claytor lake state park.
Appalachian power recently donated photographs, which were taken sometime during the 1930s. Located on the 4,500 acre, 21 mile long claytor lake from which the park was named in the new river valley of southwestern virginia, claytor lake state park offers a wide variety of activities for water and land enthusiasts. The new counties that would take its place would bear the names of some of the men that were inspired by the fincastle resolutions words and would go on to fight for our new country such as carroll, pulaski, wythe, and grayson, all of which can be. Claytor lake, virginia, usa vacation info lakelubbers. The new river is one of the few rivers in north america to flow north and west, and it is the only river to cut through the entire width of the appalachian. Would epperly become the first person in virginia history convicted of murder. Jacksons ferry and the old shot tower are an important part of the history of the new river and of wythe county, virginia.
Claytor lake harry dehaven park a new river impoundment, this lake offers superb fishing. Virginia had the highest population of claytor families in 1880. Claytor lake virginia claytor lake va web portal claytor. Claytor lake rentals vacation rentals long term rentals. Howe house serves as the parks official visitors center. The friends of claytor lake is dedicated to conserving and protecting the quality, sustainability and tranquility of the. T ucked away at the end of the road sits a small lake home awaiting your arrival. In 1880 there were 126 claytor families living in virginia. Though it had a short history, this county made one of the biggest impacts on the country. Historic lake photos donated to wilderness museum the. Lake view house is a recently remodeled lake home, located across a private road from beautiful claytor lake in the mountains of southwest va. Enjoy our watercraft rental services at the marina of your choice. When questioned by police, epperly said he and hall had gone to the cabin and she called. Campgrounds a, b and c will accommodate a mix of equipment.
The six original state parks were seashore state park now first landing state park, westmoreland state park, staunton river state park, douthat state park, fairy stone state park, and hungry mother state park. E njoy three miles of lake frontage thirteen cabins, three lodges and a multitude of camping options await you at claytor lake state park in dublin. Ninetyfour 94 pulaski county soldiers died in this conflict. It was less than 10 minutes drive from claytor lake state park and. During discussion, suggestions included clean up, boater safety, dredging, history of claytor lake, interviews, and freshwater sponges. Their presence also had a great influence on a much wider scale. Now, those with curious minds and a hunger for history can see a birds eye view of what that area looked like before it became what we all know now as claytor lake. You also may hear stories about a giant maneating fish and an underwater village. Claytor lake, virginia community and visitors guide. Below are weather averages from 1971 to 2000 according to data gathered from the nearest official weather station. The lake and dam were named for graham claytor, a native virginian and former vicepresident of american electric power company. Claytor lake facts and history claytor lake is a 21mile long manmade lake steeped with the historical and geological significance of the area and of the new river, which it contains.
Marriage, land, probate records, from 1882, divorce, probate, civil court, and land records from 1839. Claytor lake is a 21mile long manmade lake steeped with the historical and geological significance of the area and of the new river, which it contains. The investigation led police to a secluded cabin on claytor lake, where there was. Phone 5406432500 park office 8009337275 park lodging reservations city.
At claytor lake hideaway, warm summer nights are spent in the screened porch or watching the sun set on the newly built double decker dock. From the new river to claytor lake, everyone can find some great fishing spots along the way and the state park has many camping sites, picnic areas, a swimming area and and plenty of fishing holes. Claytor lake produced the va state record spotted bass 3 lb 10 oz in 1993 and produces more citation smallmouth than any other reservoir in the commonwealth. The lake was built in 1939 and named after former mayor of roanoke, virginia, w. Joan blankenship with va bass is also working on a grant for mossbach fish habitat structures. The lake is great for boating, tubing, skiing, fishing, etc. Browse the amazon editors picks for the best books of 2019, featuring our. The 4,500acre lake is the crown jewel of the park with a beach swimming area and dive tower, plentiful fishing and four miles of hiking and biking trails. Appalachian power recently donated photographs, which were taken sometime during the 1930s, to wilderness regional road museum in newbern. Claytor lake sailing association clsa is a sailing group in the new river valley based out of claytor lake va. Ideal for swimming, camping, hiking and picnicking, claytor lake is known for sport fishing and boating.
For sharon ewing, compiling a book on the state park history in virginia turned out to. The 4bedroom, 3bathroom home boasts 2,418 square feet of heated living space and is ideal for groups of up to 8 on a onceinalifetime vacation. Our family recently spent a wonderful week at claytor lake state park. Claytor lake is displayed on the dublin usgs quad topo map. Home about racing social sailing contact calendar links come sailing on claytor. See more ideas about state parks, virginia and solar mason jars. Claytor lake in pulaski county, virginia, is a 4,472acre 1,810 ha, 21milelong 34 km reservoir on the new river, created for an appalachian power company hydroelectric project.
The latitude and longitude coordinates of claytor lake are 37. They will discuss the history of the dam that created claytor lake and how the state park developed. Caution boaters due to recent storms high amounts of debris is in the main channel and throughout the lake. Minutes from i81, the bungalow is vacation ready to. Fun for all group sizes we have activities for all ages. The song is sailing by christopher cross from his album christopher cross under the rhinowarner bros. Aug 26, 2015 i dont own the music used in this video. The following dates were taken from the deed books at wythe county court house. Interactive map of claytor lake that includes marina locations, boat ramps. The park provides access to claytor lake as well as 472 acres of associated fields and woodland. The ghost town of monroe could be hiding underwater in. Claytor lake state park dublin 2020 all you need to know.
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