Description
Elevation: 997 ft.
This quaint park in the center of Martinsville provides the perfect venue for a quick wildlife watching break. The park is accessible from all sides and is crisscrossed by a 0.7-mile paved trail that serves as a service road inside the park and as a sidewalk outside the park along Church Street Ext. In addition, a small stream runs through the center of the park and provides an area of focus on a hot day. Common species found in the park include eastern wood-pewee, blue jay, Carolina chickadee, tufted titmouse, Carolina wren, northern cardinal, and song sparrow. These species are joined during migration by a variety of warblers, vireos, tanagers, and orioles.
Wildlife Sightings
Amenities & Access Considerations
Amenities
- Hiking Trails
- Parking
- Picnic
- Restrooms
Maps & Directions
Physical Address: 502 E Church St, Martinsville, VA 24112
From the US-220/William F. Stone Hwy and US-58/A. L. Philpott Hwy interchange, head northeast on US-58 BUS/A. L. Philpott Hwy, merge onto US-58/US-220 BUS/Greensboro Rd/Memorial Blvd, turn right onto VA-57/Starling Ave, turn right onto VA-57/US-58 BUS/E. Church St, slight right onto E. Church St. Ext, and the entrance to the park will be on the left in approximately 0.1 miles.
What to Know Before Visiting
The Virginia Bird and Wildlife Trail is a network of more than 500 premier wildlife viewing sites across the state. Walk a nature trail, paddle a river, or enjoy a scenic overlook and you’ll soon understand what makes Virginia a premier destination for birding and wildlife viewing.