Ramseys Draft is the name of a river that runs through a rugged, boulder-strewn mountain valley. Moderate hikes up Shenandoah Mountain, or along the trail that parallels the stream, crossing back and forth across the stream several times. (Caution: occasional rattlesnakes on the rocks.) Birds commonly seen here during breeding season include: American Redstart, Blackburnian Warbler, Black-throated green Warbler, Worm-eating Warbler, Northern Parula, Louisiana Waterthrush, various vireos, woodpeckers, Scarlet Tanager, and Wood Thrush. Rose-breasted grosbeaks breed at higher elevations. From Staunton, take Rt. 250 West about 20 miles to the Ramsey's Draft Picnic Area. There is a restroom.
eBird hotspot: George Washington NF--Ramseys Draft
—Andrew Clem