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Lakeside Trail

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  1. Areas
  2. VA
  3. …Shenandoah Valley
  4. …George Washington National Forest
  5. Sherando Lake Recreation Area
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1.2 Miles 1.9 Kilometers


95%

Runnable

162' 49 m

Ascent

-126' -38 m

Descent

5%

Avg Grade (3°)

16%

Max Grade (9°)

1,955' 596 m

High

1,864' 568 m

Low

Shared By Lisa Gardner

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“Enjoy a scenic loop with lake views.”

— Lisa Gardner
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Features Fall Colors · Lake · Views

Description

This is a relatively easy run with lake access at multiple points. Enjoy views across the lake, especially when the leaves have changed. At the north end of the loop, there is a footbridge over the spillway just below the dam.

Contacts

Land Manager: USFS - George Washington and Jefferson National Forest

Sep 12, 2018: Celebrate Public Lands with Outdoor Fun, Food, and Music

Sep 11, 2018: All George Washington and Jefferson National Forests Recreation Areas closed due to Hurricane Florence

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  3.0 from 2 votes

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in Sherando Lake Recreation Area

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in Sherando Lake Recreati…

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in Virginia

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Lake view from the dam
Lake view from the dam
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