Sherman to Shawl Gap Loop - Hiking trail near Front Royal, Virginia, United States - Description
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| Name | Sherman to Shawl Gap Loop | |
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| Summary | Nice loop hike | |
| Type | Day Hike - Loop | |
| Distance (Total) | 10.5 miles / 16.9 km | |
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| Hiking Season | - All Year Long | |
| Things To See | - Scenic Views | |
| Difficulty | Intermediate | |
| Rating | Trail has not been rated. | |
| Nearby Town | Front Royal, Virginia, United States | |
| Link | http://www.midatlantichikes.com/id83.html | |
| Permit Required | No | |
| Trail Map | Trails Illustrated Map 792, PATC Ma |
There are several loop options in this area. Travel the Massanutten Trail to Botts Trail until you reach Sherman Gap. Head north on the Massanutten Trail up to Shawl Gap and then return to parking area by way of the Massanutten Trail.
At Signal Knob Parking Area, across from
Elizabeth Furnace Group Camp on SR 678
| Latitude | 38.9295 degrees / 38° 55.770' / 38° 55' 46.20" |
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| Longitude | -78.3288 degrees / -78° 19.728' / -78° 19' 43.68" |
| Created by Nick on 03/24/2009 |
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