ATV TraIl 553

Virginia

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0.2 mi

Distance

53 ft

Gain

Conditions: Blocked

for mountain biking, 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 72°F / low 47°F, 0% precip — 100/100 for mountain biking

    OpenWeather20 h ago

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Surface
Singletrack

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Elevation & route

Distance
0.2 mi
Elevation gain
123 ft
Elevation loss
123 ft
Highest point
1,747 ft
Lowest point
1,678 ft

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About this trail

ATV TraIl 553 is a short out-and-back singletrack in Maryland managed by the Forest Service. The trail is rated easy and follows a singletrack route through Maryland terrain.

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