Description
Elevation: 2581 ft.
Located on the eastern edge of the Town of Independence, this park provides a variety of facilities for outside activities. In addition to a running track and public swimming pool, a short trail meanders through the forested hillsides of both hardwood and pine dominant areas. Pines also decorate the park picnic area. The areas closer to the running track and parking areas consist of open fields and shrubby areas. In mid-summer, search these shrubby areas for fruiting blackberries. Birds found in these habitats include typical woodland and open land species. Look for eastern wood-pewee in the pine trees surrounding the picnic shelters. A variety of warblers have been seen in the park during migration.
Wildlife Sightings
Birds Recently Seen at Grayson County Recreation Park:
53 species have been reported at this site to date.
Recent Checklists:
| Date | # of Species | Submitted By |
|---|---|---|
| 19 Jan 2026 | 14 | Brian Bockhahn |
| 19 Jan 2026 | 14 | Julie Thomson |
| 24 Dec 2025 | 3 | Pat Sterbling |
| 5 Oct 2024 | 12 | Joe Keiper |
| 3 Apr 2024 | 15 | DWR Virginia Bird & Wildlife Trail Team |
Amenities & Accessibility Considerations
Site Amenities
- On-site Parking
- Restrooms
- No Fee or Permit/Pass Requirement
Other Site Amenities: Bike Trails, Hiking Trails
Maps & Directions
Physical Address: 85 Country Park Ln, Independence, VA 24348
From Galax, head west on US-58/US-221/Reserve Blvd/Grayson Pkwy/E. Main St, turn right toward Nautilus Way, turn left onto Nautilus Way, slight right onto SR-685/Powerhouse Rd, turn right onto Country Park Ln and follow it to one of the parking areas.
Site Information
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Contact Information:
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