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Virginia

War Spur Loop

1.4 mi

Distance

236 ft

Gain

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What we do know

  • Inside George Washington and Jefferson National Forest

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  • No access route mapped

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Quick trip — under 2 mi
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Elevation & route

Distance
1.4 mi
Elevation gain
236 ft
Highest point
3,783 ft
Lowest point
3,552 ft
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Managing agency
Forest Service

About this trail

War Spur Loop is a 1.36-mile loop in Virginia with 236 feet of elevation gain. The trail reaches a maximum elevation of 3,783 feet and is managed by the Forest Service.

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