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A great shorter trail leading right from the Skyland Resort to a great viewpoint.


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Miles

1.2

KM

82%

Runnable

3,772' 1,150 m

High

3,494' 1,065 m

Low

54' 17 m

Up

278' 85 m

Down

8%

Avg Grade (5°)

27%

Max Grade (15°)

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Though only about 3/4 of a mile from the start of this trail to the lookout, this trail packs a lot into that distance! Beginning near the Massanutten Lodge and the Skyland Resort, begin your journey heading west. You'll have a mostly moderate descent on the way to the viewpoint, though there are a few steep parts where the underlying rock has started to come through. Use caution, especially on your way down.

At just over 1/2 miles into the run, the trail levels out, and you'll be nearing the Miler's Head Viewpoint. This is a great place to take in views of the surrounding valley. Though you started at the high point of the park, it's still a great place to survey everything that Shenandoah has to offer.

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Michaela Davis-Rigney

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#288

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#11,499

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Photos

Looking northwest from the first observation point shortly after starting the trail.
Oct 6, 2024 near Stanley, VA
Looking west from the observation point at the end of the trail.
Oct 6, 2024 near Stanley, VA
Millers Head Observation Point
Apr 6, 2016 near Stanley, VA
Millers Head Observation Point
Apr 6, 2016 near Stanley, VA

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