Bearfence Trail
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Bearfence Trail can be either a 1.2-mile loop by way of the Appalachian Trail or you may retrace your steps making the hike 0.8-mile. Either way, this hike is for the experienced hiker. The park service recommends small children and those fearful of heights avoid this hike. Good traction hiking boots are recommended. The trail is very rocky and rattlesnakes are not uncommon. However, for those that take the challenge, the view is absolutely spectacular. You'll see the Shenandoah Valley, Skyline Drive, Massanutten Mountain, Fork Mountain and Hazeltop, to name a few.
Shenandoah National Park, 3655 US Hwy 211E. , Luray, VA, 22835-9036, Phone: 540-999-3500
Directions from Front Royal, Va: Skyline Drive travels the entire length of Shenandoah National Park. Mile markers are placed along the right-hand side of the road heading south. They are numbered from north to south beginning at the northern terminus in Front Royal, Virginia. Facilities, trails and park features use the mile markers as points of reference. Park at Bearfence parking area at milepost 56.4. Trail post is on the east side of the Drive. (At Bearfence Mt. you have two choices. You may retrace your steps for the .8 mile hike or if you desire the 1.2 mile loop, take the Appalachian Trail heading north and it will take you back to the parking area.)
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