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Virginia
Shaffer Hollow
1.6 mi
Distance
465 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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Shaffer Hollow
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 1.6 mi
- Elevation gain
- 465 ft
- Highest point
- 2,486 ft
- Lowest point
- 2,004 ft
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Permits & access
- Managing agency
- Forest Service
- Bikes
- yes
About this trail
Shaffer Hollow offers a challenging 1.58-mile out-and-back adventure through Virginia's rugged terrain. Hikers should prepare for rocky footing throughout this difficult trail, which demands careful foot placement and solid endurance. This out-and-back route rewards those seeking a strenuous backcountry experience in the Old Dominion.
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