Title: Visit Carvins Cove Natural Reserve: Best of Carvins Cove Natural Reserve Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.com [Hotels in Carvins Cove Natural Reserve](https://expedia.com/Carvins-Cove-Natural-Reserve-Hotels.d6348070.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Carvins Cove Natural Reserve](https://expedia.com/Carvins-Cove-Natural-Reserve-Vacation-Rentals.d6348070.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Carvins Cove Natural Reserve](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Carvins-Cove-Natural-Reserve.d6348070.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Carvins Cove Natural Reserve](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Carvins-Cove-Natural-Reserve.d6348070.Car-Rental-Guide)[Carvins Cove Natural Reserve Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Carvins-Cove-Natural-Reserve.d6348070.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Carvins Cove Natural Reserve, VA ## Travel Guide ![Highly recommend camping overnight to experience sunrise over McAfee's Knob along the Appalachian Trail.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10009/c58ce929-2a03-4534-a443-4d3048549fcd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Highly recommend camping overnight to experience sunrise over McAfee's Knob along the Appalachian Trail.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10009/c58ce929-2a03-4534-a443-4d3048549fcd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Backpacking the Triple Crown Loop in VA.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10009/04336b69-034b-4965-99b0-7baac6957b49.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![#LifeAtExpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10009/a635265f-d721-4c36-928f-d6cdeb63a10d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![This photo was taken at sunrise looking out on top of McAfee Knob in VA. One of my favorite hikes I did while in Virginia. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10009/2f484777-d024-4a31-b61b-5ae2dd68e482.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Carvins Cove Natural Reserve Things to do Carvins Cove Natural Reserve is a protected spot where you can observe native wildlife in their natural habitat. Learn about the preservation efforts while spending time in nature. Wondering where Carvins Cove Natural Reserve is located? It's in [Roanoke](https://www.expedia.com/en/roanoke.dx3020), and entry fees apply. If you've got time up your sleeve, have a look at Botetourt Sports Complex, Carvins Cove and Splash Valley at Green Ridge Recreation Center as well. They're not too far from the nature reserve. ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. 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(2,113 reviews) Clean room , good breakfast bar Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F7%2F2026&endDate=4%2F8%2F2026&selected=43063&PinnedHotelID=43063&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6348070) ![Spark by Hilton Roanoke Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4400/4374/56d7e59b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Spark by Hilton Roanoke Airport 3695 Thirlane Rd Nw Roanoke VA $65 nightly $73 total Mar 22 - Mar 23 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Roanoke. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Popular attractions Valley View Mall and ... 8.8/10 Excellent! 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The host was very accommodating and offered his help several times to make sure the stay was easy and comfortable. The winter weather came in and cut the trip and stay short. But, we do come to this area once a year and hope to book again. My husband ... Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Roanoke-Hotels-Star-City-Gem-Near-Trailheads.h115009992.Hotel-Information) ![The West End Flats](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103320000/103317600/103317586/974c8a96_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The West End Flats 515 8th St SW Roanoke VA Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Roanoke. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Shaftman Performance Hall and Jefferson ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (98 reviews) Easy check in, everything was clean, kitchen fully stocked for whatever we might need, great outdoor space for our dogs, location is central to everything we needed. 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