Name | Shenandoah National Park - Old Rag Mountain Circuit Hike |
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Summary | A very challenging hike and rock scramble to spectacular views |
Type | Day Hike - Loop |
Distance (Total) | 8.8 miles / 14.2 km |
Elevation Gain | 2,211 feet / 674 meters |
Minimum Elevation | 1,080 feet / 329 meters |
Maximum Elevation | 3,291 feet / 1,003 meters |
Hiking Season | - All Year Long |
Things To See | - Mountain Views - Summit |
Difficulty | Strenuous |
Rating | Trail has not been rated. |
Nearby Town | Luray, Virginia, United States |
Link | http://www.hikingupward.com/SNP/OldRag/ |
Permit Required | Shenandoah National Park Permit |
Trail Map |
A very challenging 8.8 mile hike and rock scramble to spectacular views from the Old Rag parking area. The Ridge Trail takes you across a strenuous rock scramble to the summit. To complete the circuit hike, return by way of the Saddle trail, past Old Rag Shelter, to Weakley Hollow Fire Road, and back to the Old Rag parking area. Bring plenty of water. No pets on the Ridge or Saddle Trails.
Old Rag Mountain is a popular hike in Shenandoah National Park. The trailhead for this hike is at the park's boundary; however, parking is extremely limited. Parking is not permitted along the road or on private property. However, a large parking area is available .8 mile from the trailhead at the Old Rag Parking Area near Nethers on Route 600.
Latitude | 38.5719915083 degrees / 38° 34.319' / 38° 34' 19.17" |
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Longitude | -78.2982301712 degrees / -78° 17.894' / -78° 17' 53.63" |
Created by Nick on 12/10/2007 |
Last edited by Nick on 04/14/2009 |