Three Notched Trail Foundation

Connecting Charlottesville to the Blue Ridge with trails on historic pathways

Our Mission

Three Notched Trail map

To create a scenic and safe walking and biking route from the Rivanna River to the Blue Ridge Mountains along the historic Three-Notched Road.

To create this pathway, the Three Notch Trail Foundation will:

  • Work with property owners and local partners to determine route options and right-of-way
  • Acquire and hold easements for trail right of way
  • Assist in development of planned greenway sections
  • Organize a volunteer trail maintenance group
  • Work with state and local agencies
  • Raise funds for trail design and construction

The Goal

To provide a pathway to experience the natural, historic, and scenic piedmont between Charlottesville and Afton by the year 2010.