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Thing to Do
A hike to the top of Shenandoah’s highest peak, offering 360-degree views of the Shenandoah Valley, the Blue Ridge Mountains, and the Virginia Piedmont.
Note that very limited closures are in effect in an effort to prevent further degradation of important outcrop ecosystems on Hawksbill.
Distance: 2.1-mile round trip hike
Difficulty: Easiest (hiking difficulty scale)
Hiking Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Elevation Gain: 520 feet
Hike Description
The average hiking 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 Upper Hawksbill parking area.
This trail does not meet ADA accessibility guidelines.
Last updated: July 13, 2021