The Wild Oak National Recreation Trail is a 26-mile loop following ridgetops and circling the headwaters of the North River. Each of its three sections offers a vigorous but scenic day hike or it can provide the backpacker a nice multiple day loop. Elevations range from a low of 1,600 feet at North River Gap to 4,351 feet on Little Bald Knob, providing a variety of wildflower and wildlife viewing opportunities.
Trout fishing is also possible in the streams along the trail.
From Bridgewater, take US 42 about 3 miles south to Mossy Creek. Take SR 747 about 3 miles west to Mt. Solon. Lake SR 731 north about 1 mile. Turn left onto SR 730 and proceed about 3 miles west to the Stokesville junction. The trailhead parking area is about .2 mile ahead on the right.