Troutville Park Attracts a Few A.T. Hikers

In the 20 July 2007 Roanoke Times, JoAnne Poindexter has an article titled "'A real nice little park'; Locals and visitors alike make Troutville Town Park a popular spot." It is really about the town park and the people who spend so much time taking care of it, as well as the amenities it offers.

Among its offerings is, apparently, some option for camping.

"An average of 75 or more cross- country bicyclists on the TransAm, a 4,000-mile biking trail from Virginia to Oregon and Washington, also stay overnight at the park during the biking season.

"A few Appalachian Trail hikers also have signed the park's log of guests."

It's a 2 acre park. There are bathrooms. And it pretty much sounds like it is 'in town' and well-used by local folk.