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Thing to Do
A short hike along the Appalachian Trail that leads to an interesting geologic feature: deeply split boulders rising 50 feet above ground.
Distance: 0.8-mile round trip hike
Difficulty: Easiest (explanation of our hiking difficulty scale)
Hiking Time: 30 minutes
Elevation Gain: 130 feet
Hike Description
The average hike duration does not take into consideration fitness, exploration, rest, contemplation, etc.
Pets must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet at all times.
An entrance fee is required to get into Shenandoah National Park
The trailhead for this hike is located at the Compton Gap parking area.
This trail does not meet ADA accessibility guidelines.
Last updated: February 19, 2021