Fork Moorman's Area
Is Fork Moorman's Area open right now?
Closure in the area
There's a closure order in Shenandoah National Park. It doesn't name Fork Moorman's Area, so check the source for the area it covers.
Active Closure
Park closure covering Shenandoah National Park · NPS · Shenandoah National Park
Prescribed Fire in Big Meadows
Park alert covering Shenandoah National Park · NPS · Shenandoah National Park
Parking at Boundary Access Areas
Park alert covering Shenandoah National Park · NPS · Shenandoah National Park
As of · Source: NPS · Shenandoah National Park. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.
Fork Moorman's Area offers Virginia climbers access to solid rock in a scenic setting along Moorman's River. The crag features a mix of climbing terrain suitable for various skill levels, making it an appealing destination for both developing climbers and experienced parties seeking quality stone.
Primary CragRock climbing · ~45 min drivePhoto: Famartin, CC BY-SA 4.0 (via Wikimedia Commons)
Summit CragsRock climbing · ~46 min drivePhoto: Famartin, CC BY-SA 4.0 (via Wikimedia Commons)
Old RagRock climbing · ~46 min drivePhoto: Famartin, CC BY-SA 4.0 (via Wikimedia Commons)
Skyline Wall (PATC Wall)Rock climbing · ~46 min drivePhoto: Famartin, CC BY-SA 4.0 (via Wikimedia Commons)
Reflector OvenRock climbing · ~46 min drivePhoto: April Pink, CC BY-SA 2.0 (via Wikimedia Commons)
Middle God's Area - RightRock climbing · ~46 min drivePhoto: Famartin, CC BY-SA 4.0 (via Wikimedia Commons)- Uphill Crag IRock climbing · ~2 min drive
- The BadlandsRock climbing · ~8 min drive
- Bear Den MountainRock climbing · ~8 min drive
- Primary Bouldering WallRock climbing · ~8 min drive
Also worth it near here
Loft Mountain Campground Trail 1Hiking · ~5 min drivePhoto: Shenandoah National Park from Virginia, Public domain (via Wikimedia Commons)- Jones Run FallsWaterfall · ~8 min drive
BlackrockSummit · ~10 min drivePhoto: Shenandoah National Park from Virginia, Public domain (via Wikimedia Commons)- Roach RiverCanoeing · ~14 min drive