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Virginia
Spec Mines
3.0 mi
Distance
482 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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No access route mapped
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Spec Mines
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 3.0 mi
- Elevation gain
- 482 ft
- Highest point
- 2,427 ft
- Lowest point
- 1,947 ft
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Directions & GPX
Permits & access
- Managing agency
- Forest Service
- Bikes
- yes
About this trail
Spec Mines is a 3.03-mile out-and-back singletrack trail in Virginia that offers a straightforward hiking experience. This route connects to a network of regional trails including the Appalachian Trail, Glenwood Horse Trail, and Hammond Hollow Trail, making it an excellent option for exploring the broader trail system in the area.
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