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Virginia
Betsy
1.3 mi
Distance
307 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside George Washington and Jefferson National Forest
2 managing-area boundaries mapped — agency alerts for them feed this page automatically.
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Betsy
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 1.3 mi
- Elevation gain
- 307 ft
- Highest point
- 2,951 ft
- Lowest point
- 2,621 ft
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Directions & GPX
Permits & access
- Managing agency
- Forest Service
- Bikes
- yes
About this trail
The Betsy Trail offers a straightforward out-and-back hiking experience in Virginia, spanning 1.31 miles total. This trail connects to the Mary Gray Trail system, providing opportunities to extend your adventure or combine routes for a longer outing. Perfect for hikers seeking a manageable distance with the option to explore additional connected trails.
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