Virginia Highlands Trail
Mount Rogers National Recreation Area, Grayson County, VA
Out-and-back trail in Mount Rogers National Recreation Area, Grayson County, VA. Hiking & Mountain biking.
- Distance
- 14.4 mi (23.2 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,647 ft (502 m)
- Est. Time
- 5 hr 30 min
- High point
- 5,207 ft (1,587 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Peak: Balsam Mountain 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Virginia Highlands Trail
How long is Virginia Highlands Trail?
Virginia Highlands Trail is 14.4 mi (23.2 km) long. Most people take about 5 hr 30 min. It climbs 1,647 ft (502 m) in total, up to a high point of 5,207 ft (1,587 m).
How hard is Virginia Highlands Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Virginia Highlands Trail?
Parking at the start.
Are there water and toilets on Virginia Highlands Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Virginia Highlands Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (75% under trees).
What can you do on Virginia Highlands Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Mountain biking. Shared with bikes. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Virginia Highlands 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.
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- Helton Creek Trail Lewis Fork Wilderness · Hard · 8.2 mi (13.2 km)
- Sugar Maple Trail Lewis Fork Wilderness · Moderate · 4.8 mi (7.7 km)
- Helton Creek Trail Lewis Fork Wilderness · Hard · 6.7 mi (10.9 km)
- Deep Gap Spring Trail Lewis Fork Wilderness · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.5 km)
- Wilderness Trail Mount Rogers National Recreation Area · Easy · 0.7 mi (1.1 km)
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