C.F. Phelps Wildlife Management Area - Sumerduck, Virginia

C.F. Phelps Wildlife Management Area

The C.F. Phelps Wildlife Management Area, located at Sumerduck, VA 22742, is a popular wildlife refuge and tourist attraction in Virginia. This expansive area offers a variety of outdoor activities and stunning natural scenery for visitors to enjoy.

Specialties:

• Wildlife refuge
• Tourist attraction

Other points of interest:

• Good for kids
• Dogs allowed

C.F. Phelps Wildlife Management Area has received positive reviews, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews on Google My Business. Visitors appreciate the easy trails that are suitable for both humans and horses, as well as the peaceful atmosphere and picturesque scenery.

One reviewer mentioned parking at the pond's parking lot and walking the old gravel road to the Rappahannock River. They enjoyed passing by fields with food for local deer and plenty of wildflowers. The reviewer also noted that the trail was easy to walk and suitable for their autistic child in a wagon. The 2-mile walk allowed for a pleasant experience without overcrowding, and visitors can make short or long loops along the trails.

Another highlight of C.F. Phelps Wildlife Management Area is the opportunity to fish in the nice pond within the premises. The area is popular among nature enthusiasts, birdwatchers, and those seeking a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Website: dwr.virginia.gov

👍 Reviews of C.F. Phelps Wildlife Management Area

bobby R.

5/5

Parked at the parking lot for the pond. Walked the old gravel road that takes you down to the Rappahannock River. Passed by a few fields with with food for the local deer population and lots of wildflowers. I had my Autistic child in his wagon with me. Easy trail to walk and pull him behind me. Ended up being 2 mile walk. Trails are useable by both humans and horses, no motorized vehicles allowed on the trails. There is a nice pond to fish in. Generally, it's not usually crowded here.

Tracey R.

5/5

Nice hiking trails that you can make short or long loops. Peaceful, only saw one other person in a few hours.

C S.

5/5

Great place, has paths, lake, pond, hunting, fishing, parking, quiet. Lots of parking/entry points around Summerduck area. Get a permit online so you dont get a ticket.

Alanna P.

4/5

Lots of land to explore (easily walked 9 miles). Saw turkey and deer sign, and plenty of squirrels in the early am and just before sunset. The fields are also good for rabbits. Not a lot of other hunters out, so you feel like you have the place to yourself.

Taryn M.

5/5

One of my favorite places to ride. There are probably 12+ miles of trails for horses - and a lot of different terrain. After storms there can be trees down, but other than that - it's a gem for horse people!

Liz L.

5/5

Wonderful place for hikes or hunting

Jim B.

5/5

Had a nice day scouting and hunting. Saw no deer however.

Ipso F.

5/5

Superb hunting opportunities. Although it's a downer to not be able to hunt Sundays, the good news is that you don't need to because there are so many hunting opportunities on Saturdays. This WMA is rich with wildlife. Every time I go out there, I see lots of mature deer. As a testament to how great the hunting is, just look at all the hunters leaving with deer. Excellent hunting for all game.