Near Little Devil Stairs Loop
Couldn't walk for a couple of days afterwards but boy was it worth every step! - October 2010
Near Little Devil Stairs Loop
Keyser Run, Little Devils Stairs. with permission from rootboy
Near Little Devil Stairs Loop
Bolen Cemetery, Keyser Run Firetrail, Shenadoah Natl Park
Near Little Devil Stairs Loop
After making it to the top of Little Devils Staircase Trail we took the Keyser Run Road down and got to see this amazing view
Near Little Devil Stairs Loop
Little Devil's Staircase, Shenandoah National Park

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Little Devil Stairs Loop

4.5 (39 Ratings)
A beautiful and challenging trail into canyon scenery like nothing else at Shenandoah National Park.
5.3
mi
Distance
1,507
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
Fall ColorsRiver/CreekViewsWaterfall
Access Issues
The parking lot is pretty small, so there are limitations on nice days.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
5.32mi
Distance
1,507ft
Elevation Gain
1,507ft
Elevation Loss
40%
Max Grade
2,697ft
High Point
1,198ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
Because of the steep grade, the first two miles of the Little Devils Stairs hike in the Shenandoah National Park can be tough if the day is warm. The best time to do this hike is the early spring when water levels are at a peak, making the numerous waterfalls along Keiser Run that much nicer. At one point, the trail even passes through a small set of falls. Enjoy spectacular views of either side of the gorge as the Little Devis Stairs trail gets closer to the top of the gorge.The second half of the hike follows the Keyser Run Fire Road back down past the Bolen Cemetery. This is a pleasant hike through some old growth.
History & Background
You'll pass the Bolen Cemetery on the Keyser Run Road.

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Contributors
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