Sims Pond

Sims Pond

Harold Blackwood Photo

Quick Facts

Location:

Blue Ridge Parkway Milepost 295.3

Significance:

Trout pond for original plan of Price Lake.

Amenities

3 listed

Parking - Auto, Scenic View/Photo Spot, Trailhead

Sims Pond is a small, man-made pond formed by and earth and stone dam and fed by Sims Creek. It was originally constructed as one of a series of ponds to be used for raising rainbow trout for Price Lake, but is no longer used for this purpose. It's a picturesque spot that serves as the trail head for the Green Knob Trail. The pond is located a short walk from the parking area.

Check the conditions of the area before you visit.