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Skyland-Big Meadows Horse Trail
Trail
2.4 mile
3.8 kilometer
point to point
80% Runnable
Easy/Intermediate
Elevation
Ascent:
29'
9 m
Descent: -1,101' -335 m
High: 3,725' 1,135 m
Low: 2,654' 809 m
Grade
Avg Grade: 9% (5°)
Max Grade: 28% (16°)
Dogs
Unknown
Weather
Unknown
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“A scenic horse trail that descends from Stony Man parking area to the Upper Whiteoak Falls.”
— Larry W. Brown
Features
Birding · Fall Colors · River/Creek · Spring · Wildflowers · Wildlife
Description
Remember to look out for and yield to horseback riders.
Thanks to Larry W. Brown, for sharing this trail description. If you’re interested in learning more details about great runs, weather, camping / lodging, wildlife, and scenic drives, check out the comprehensive Guide to Shenandoah National Park.
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Contacts
Land Manager: NPS - Shenandoah National Park
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