Little Devils Stairs Loop

 This journey leads you through an impressive gorge with many cascades, past a family cemetery, and through the quiet forest.

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Distance: 7.4-mile circuit hike
Difficulty: Strenuous (explanation of our hiking difficulty scale)
Hiking Time: 8 hours 30 minutes
Elevation Gain: 1,897 feet

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Hike Description

1. From the Keyser Run parking area (mile 19.4), take the Keyser Run Fire Road (yellow-blazed).
2. Follow the fire road to the parking area on the boundary. Please stay on the fire road, and respect private property.
3. Pick up the blue-blazed Little Devils Stairs Trail and continue until you reconnect with the Keyser Run Fire Road.
4. Turn right, and return to the parking area. 

Details

Duration

8-9 Hours

The average hike duration does not take into consideration fitness, exploration, rest, contemplation, etc.

Activity

Hiking

Pets Allowed

Yes with Restrictions

Pets must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet at all times.

Activity Fee

No

A park entrance fee is required to get into Shenandoah National Park

Location

North District (Mile 19.4)

The trailhead for this hike is located at the Keyser Run parking area.

Reservations

No

Season

Year Round

Accessibility Information

This trail does not meet ADA accessibility guidelines.

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