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Virginia

Salamander Trail

0.7 mi

Distance

350 ft

Gain

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What we do know

  • Inside Shenandoah National Park

    2 managing-area boundaries mapped — agency alerts for them feed this page automatically.

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What's missing

  • No access route mapped

    We don't yet know which road reaches this trailhead, so we can't tell you if it's gated.

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Why you'll love it

Quick trip — under 2 mi
Out & back

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Elevation & route

Distance
0.7 mi
Elevation gain
350 ft
Highest point
3,977 ft
Lowest point
3,616 ft
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Managing agency
National Park Service

About this trail

The Salamander Trail offers an accessible hiking experience in Virginia, covering just 0.68 miles on a singletrack path perfect for a quick outdoor outing. This out-and-back route provides an easy way to explore the area and connects to the broader Hawksbill Summit trail system for those looking to extend their adventure.

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