Gateway Trail
George Washington and Jefferson National Forest, Montgomery County, VA
Out-and-back trail in George Washington and Jefferson National Forest, Montgomery County, VA. Hiking & Mountain biking.
- Distance
- 3.3 mi (5.3 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 784 ft (239 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 30 min
- High point
- 2,707 ft (825 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Bike repair station 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from start
- Trailhead 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Gateway Trail
How long is Gateway Trail?
Gateway Trail is 3.3 mi (5.3 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 30 min. It climbs 784 ft (239 m) in total, up to a high point of 2,707 ft (825 m).
How hard is Gateway Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Gateway Trail?
Parking at the start, Free.
Are there water and toilets on Gateway Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Gateway Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (89% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on Gateway Trail?
Yes, dogs are allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Gateway Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Mountain biking. Shared with bikes. Surface: dirt.
Where can you eat near Gateway Trail?
Rising Silo Brewery, 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Duck in Deli, 1.4 mi (2.3 km).
Is this a good week for Gateway Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
Trails near Gateway Trail
- Huckleberry Trail North Montgomery County · Easy · 6 mi (9.6 km)
- Blue Trail George Washington and Jefferson National Forest · Easy · 0.1 mi (0.2 km)
- Blacksburg Trails Montgomery County · Easy · 0.6 mi (1 km)
- Deerfield Trail Deerfield Park · Easy · 1.5 mi (2.5 km)
- Existing Public Trail Montgomery County · Easy · 3.2 mi (5.2 km)
- Blacksburg Trails Montgomery County · Easy · 0.9 mi (1.4 km)
- Jacobs Ladder Trail George Washington and Jefferson National Forest · Moderate · 2.4 mi (3.8 km)
- Snake Root Trail George Washington and Jefferson National Forest · Moderate · 4.6 mi (7.4 km)
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