Trail Overview

Hite Hollow is located in the George Washington National Forest, west of Staunton, VA. It's a basic trail that offers outstanding views of the surrounding area. The trail is mainly rock and dirt and has several switchbacks that take you up the ridge line. Many of these switchbacks offer stunning views. During winter months there isn't much wildlife or vegetation present, but during spring and summer months one can expect to see the full range of flora and fauna that is native to the Virginia mountains. Cell service is extremely spotty along the trail, so plan accordingly.

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Difficulty

Hite Hollow is a basic trail that is beginner-friendly. Any SUV or truck should be able to complete it in 2WD. After rain or snow, the trail is not maintained, so be aware that 4WD will likely be necessary during or immediately after those conditions.

Technical Rating

Justice H

Oct 05, 2025

Open

It was a beautiful sunny day. The views going up and down were amazing. Trail was dry. Some tight spots so pinstriping could be expected. Plenty of switchbacks and blind curves so watch out for dirt bike riders. If you drive straight through, you could do it under an hour.

Cole Kubiak

Sep 30, 2025

Open

Austin Angell

Aug 18, 2025

Open

Pretty easy forest road that gets a little rough at the top. The “huge tree” has been cut but is just wide enough for a full size truck to squeeze through. Came across another down tree but was able to clear it with a hand saw. Very scenic once you crest the summit and come down towards route 42.

LEE C

Jun 28, 2025

Open

HUGE TREE BLOCKING TRAIL ON OTHER SIDE OF SUMMIT

Hart Green

Mar 08, 2025

Open

Downed trees have been cleared.

Wyatt H

Feb 07, 2025

Open

Two small trees down, I was able to hop them on a motorcycle but they would have to be moved for a truck. The first tree is down about 2 miles in before the first switchback when going east to west. The second one is near the top.

Jeff Strader

Jan 05, 2025

Open

Easy, scenic trail

Philip J

Oct 20, 2024

Open

Easy trail with great views and fun switchbacks.

Christopher Ferguson

Oct 19, 2024

Open

This was a really fun trail. It was easy but the views were great and it had lots of fun switchbacks

Darren Smith

Sep 22, 2024

Open

Mostly a basic dirt fire road with some very minor bumpy spots. Great views and nice elevation changes.

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Sep 20, 2024

Open

Lincoln Brown

Sep 04, 2024

Open

trail blocked tree across road

BigPapaPickle

Aug 18, 2024

Open

Trail is currently open and free of obstacles.

stitch _

Feb 07, 2024

Open

Trail was open and completely clear of hazards.

Eric Waller

Feb 02, 2024

Open

Trail was in normal good condition. It was partially obstructed in 3 places with downed trees but I cleared to a full size 4x4 width so no obstructions now. Really nice trail, great views in winter, and tops out at 3200 feet of elevation.