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Virginia
Lipes Branch
4.8 mi
Distance
1,712 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside George Washington and Jefferson National Forest
3 managing-area boundaries mapped — agency alerts for them feed this page automatically.
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Lipes Branch
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 4.8 mi
- Elevation gain
- 1,712 ft
- Highest point
- 3,574 ft
- Lowest point
- 1,845 ft
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Permits & access
- Managing agency
- Forest Service
- Wilderness area
- Barbours Creek Wilderness
- Bikes
- no
About this trail
Lipes Branch is a challenging 4.81-mile out-and-back trail in Virginia that rewards adventurous hikers with a demanding trek through rugged terrain. This hard-difficulty route intersects with a jeep road system, adding variety to the experience. Prepare for a strenuous journey as you navigate the full distance and return via the same path.
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