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Leighton's Overlook

5.0 (1 Rating)
A short trail to one of the best views of Harrisonburg.
0.1
mi
Distance
34
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
Views
Access Issues
The Massanutten Western Slope is privately owned and rxhers must carry a valid annual pass or purchase a day pass ($10) or week pass ($25) from the Shenandoah Valley Bicycle Coalition. Find out more, here.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.06mi
Distance
34ft
Elevation Gain
0ft
Elevation Loss
10%
Max Grade
2,433ft
High Point
2,395ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This trail is very short and not especially technical, but it is rated 'Intermediate/Difficult' because of penalty for error. If you make a mistake, you'll be sliding down a steep mountainside. At the end of the trail, you'll come upon one of the best views of Harrisonburg. It's the perfect stop for a quick view, a short break, or even a long rest in a hammock (hammock not included, be sure to pack your own). Leighton's Overlook is named in memory of Leighton Shank. Read more about Leighton, here.

Route Conditions

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Contributors
Mike Miriello