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Virginia
Wildcat Mountain
2.6 mi
Distance
857 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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Wildcat Mountain
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 2.6 mi
- Elevation gain
- 857 ft
- Highest point
- 2,139 ft
- Lowest point
- 1,265 ft
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Directions & GPX
Permits & access
- Managing agency
- Forest Service
- Bikes
- yes
About this trail
Wildcat Mountain offers a straightforward out-and-back hiking experience in Virginia, covering 2.59 miles total. This trail provides an accessible option for hikers looking to explore the region without navigating complex route intersections.
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