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Virginia
Ferrier
1.8 mi
Distance
186 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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Ferrier
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 1.8 mi
- Elevation gain
- 186 ft
- Highest point
- 1,524 ft
- Lowest point
- 1,329 ft
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Directions & GPX
Permits & access
- Managing agency
- Forest Service
- Bikes
- yes
About this trail
The Ferrier Trail is a challenging 1.80-mile out-and-back route in Virginia that demands advanced hiking skills and experience. This expert-level trail connects to the Lick Branch Out-and-back system, offering adventurous hikers the opportunity to explore a more demanding section of the broader trail network. Perfect for those seeking a technical challenge in the Virginia backcountry.
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