Near Old Rag Road - West
Hiking along the Limberlost Trail doing the Kids in Parks Track Trail. This can be found at the trailhead.
Near Old Rag Road - West
Rock formations along the Limberlost Trail.

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Old Rag Road - West

2.3 (3 Ratings)
An old fire road stemming from Skyline Drive that heads out toward Skyland-Big Meadows Horse Trail.
1
mi
Distance
122
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsFamily FriendlySpringViewsWildflowersWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.98mi
Distance
122ft
Elevation Gain
191ft
Elevation Loss
10%
Max Grade
3,357ft
High Point
3,159ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This fire road starts off of Skyline Drive and crosses between and across both the White Oak Canyon trail and the Limberlost Trail within a half mile of the Drive. Continuing down from the ridge, the road joins the Skyland-Big Meadows Horse Trail. Within a couple hundred yards to the north on the Skyland-Big Meadows Horse Trail, the fire road continues off to the right (east) as the Old Rag Road. Thanks to Larry W. Brown, for sharing this description. If you're interested in learning more details about great hikes, weather, camping / lodging, wildlife, and scenic drives, check out the comprehensive Guide to Shenandoah National Park.

Route Conditions

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