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Where: Shenandoah National Park, VA

Country: US

Length: 5.4 Miles

Difficulty: Easy

Crowds: Empty


Nearest Town: Front Royal

Miles from Town: 26 Miles

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Description

For a more detailed description of this trail, see GORP's Shenandoah feature.

Directions

Directions: From Thornton Gap, take Skyline Drive north for 13.9 miles to the Gravel Springs Gap parking area at milepost 17.6. It is on the right side of Skyline Drive. The Appalachian Trail leaves the rear of the parking area.

Highlights

The nearly level Bluff Trail takes you to the Big Devils Stairs canyon rim for a great view of the valley below and the mountains beyond.


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