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The Big Island Reservoir can be found on the Big Island USGS quad topo map. Big Island Reservoir is a reservoir in Amherst County in the state of Virginia. The latitude and longitude coordinates for this reservoir are 37.5368, -79.3581 and the altitude is 600 feet (183 meters). Anyone interested in fishing Big Island Reservoir should consult with local guides and resources before heading out to fish. Anglers who have fished Big Island Reservoir are invited to submit reviews of the lake. Tell us when you went, what you caught, how the experience ranked overall. Thanks for your reviews, they help to make Fishing Works the best website for anglers.
Feature Type: Reservoir
Latitude: 37.5368
Longitude: -79.3581
Elevation: 600 ft (183 m)
Locator Map - Big Island Reservoir
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Local Weather
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Tuesday:
High: --°F - Low: 21°F
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Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 20s. Light and variable winds.
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Wednesday:
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Sunny. Highs around 50. Light and variable winds... Becoming south around 10 mph in the afternoon.
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Thursday:
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Cloudy in the morning...then becoming partly sunny. A 30 percent chance of rain showers. Highs in the lower 50s. Southwest winds 10 to 15 mph.
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Friday:
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Mostly sunny. Cooler with highs in the lower 40s.
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Saturday:
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Mostly sunny. Highs around 40.
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Sunday:
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Partly cloudy. Highs in the lower 40s. Lows in the lower 20s.
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Monday:
High: 41°F - Low: 29°F
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Partly cloudy. Highs in the lower 40s. Lows in the lower 20s.
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Nearby Trails
James River Water Gap (Distance: 1.7 mi)
For all the might of the mountains, the sight of Virginia’s biggest river flowing placidly through the breach is sure to impress. Trails on the Blue Ridge Parkway and in the James River Face Wildernes...
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From the guidebook "Hiking the Blue Ridge Parkway"
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Glasgow, VA - Hiking - length:0.5 mi
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Otter Creek Recreation Area (Distance: 2.5 mi)
For almost ten miles, Otter Creek memorably parallels the Parkway on a descent from 1,100 feet to the James River at 650 feet. Though this is not a lofty portion of the high road, the mixed forest of ...
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From the guidebook "Hiking the Blue Ridge Parkway"
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Glasgow, VA - Hiking - length:5.8 mi
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The Blue Ridge Parkway: James River Visitor Center to Roanoke Mountain (Distance: 2.6 mi)
Since you are starting out at the lowest point on the Parkway and heading toward the highest point on the Parkway in Virginia, expect to do some climbing. Uphill climbs will amount to right at 4,000 f...
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From the guidebook "Bicycling the Blue Ridge"
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Lexington, VA - Road Biking - length:57 mi
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Otter Creek Campground (Distance: 2.7 mi)
The level campground is wooded with mountain laurel, oaks, and pines, providing ample shade. The sites are well-spaced, although parking spots for some sites are adjacent and the accompanying sites a...
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From the guidebook "The Best In Tent Camping: Virginia"
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Big Island, VA - Campgrounds - length:unknown
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James River Face Wilderness (Distance: 4.3 mi)
The 9,000-acre James River Face Wilderness is a rugged and scenic area that clings to the cliffs where the mighty James River breaks through the Blue Ridge. Designated in 1975, Virginia’s first wilder...
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From the guidebook "Hiking the Blue Ridge Parkway"
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Glasgow, VA - Hiking - length:9.6 mi
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Nearby Hotels
Natural Bridge Hotel (Distance: 12 mi)
Natural Bridge Inn and Conference Center is located on 1600 acres in the famous Virginia Shenandoah Valley. Our 158 traditional hotel rooms, patio rooms, and cottage rooms offer tasteful decor, some w...
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15 Appledore Lane
Natural Bridge, VA 24578
Price from: $55.80
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Holiday Inn Select Lynchburg, Va (Distance: 14 mi)
The Holiday Inn Select Lynchburg hotel is nestled in the heart of five quaint historic districts, with views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and a panoramic view of the city. 'From the moment you arrive a...
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601 Main Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
Price from: $113.00
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Madison Heights Knights Inn (Distance: 14 mi)
Knights Inn Madison Heights/Lynchburg is AAA Aproved, recently renovated and offers clean and comfortable rooms with 25' TV with remote and expanded Cable TV. Refrigerator and microwave in each room a...
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3642 S. Amherst Highway
Madison Heights, VA 24572
Price from: $55.01
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Best Western Of Lynchburg (Distance: 15 mi)
This award winning Lynchburg, Virginia hotel offers convenient access to local attractions such as Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest and Liberty University. Enjoy a convenient central Virginia locati...
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2815 Candlers Mountain Road
Lynchburg, VA 24502
Price from: $71.99
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Courtyard By Marriott Lynchburg (Distance: 15 mi)
Courtyard by Marriott in Lynchburg surrounds travelers with the conveniences that make business and pleasure travel easy. Relax and get ready for the day in one of our spacious guest rooms, featuring ...
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4640 Murray Place
Lynchburg, VA 24502
Price from: $110.00
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