Nearest city Templeton, Virginia Phone +1 804-786-7951 | Area 143 ha | |
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Location Sussex and Prince George counties, Virginia Governing body Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation Address Baxter Road, Disputanta, VA 23842, USA Hours Open today · 6AM–10PMSaturday6AM–10PMSunday6AM–10PMMonday6AM–10PMTuesday6AM–10PMWednesday6AM–10PMThursday6AM–10PMFriday6AM–10PM | ||
Cherry Orchard Bog Natural Area Preserve is a 354-acre (143 ha) Natural Area Preserve located in Sussex and Prince George counties, Virginia. It preserves a seepage wetland that supports a large collection of rare plants, including camass, bog-buttons, fringed orchids, and purple pitcher plants. The property is located along the right of way for a power line, receiving acidic, low-nutrient groundwater.
The preserve is owned and maintained by the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation. It does not include improvements for public access, and visitors must make arrangements with a state-employed land steward prior to visiting.
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Cherry Orchard Bog Natural Area Preserve Wikipedia(Text) CC BY-SA