Appalachian Trail

Virginia

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7.6 mi

Distance

3,058 ft

Gain

3h 30m

Time

Conditions: Blocked

for hike, today

An agency closure order is in effect for this area; weather is good

2 factors · 2 sources

Newest 20 h ago · oldest 20 h

  • problem: Agency alerts

    24 active alerts in George Washington and Jefferson National Forest; most severe: Forest Service Road 125 (Skyline Drive) Closure through December -James River and Warm Springs RD

    USFSPosted Oct 5 · checked 20 h ago

  • clear: Weather

    Clear, high 74°F / low 53°F, 0% precip — 100/100 for hike

    OpenWeather20 h ago

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Elevation & route

Distance
7.6 mi
Elevation gain
3,058 ft
Elevation loss
3,058 ft
Highest point
3,485 ft
Lowest point
2,539 ft
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About this trail

The Appalachian Trail is a 15.26-mile out-and-back route in Virginia with 3,058 feet of elevation gain and loss. The trail reaches a maximum elevation of 3,485 feet.

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