Shenandoah National Park

Bluffs Trail

Bluff's Trail is for the experienced hiker. The length of the trail is almost 13.5 miles and is very strenuous at points along its path. The excursion through the hardwood forest offers spectacular views of peaks and valleys. There is a nice resting point and picnic shelter at Gravel Springs. The seldom traveled spur trail, Big Devils Stairs, offers even more terrific views.

Shenandoah National Park, 3655 US Hwy 211E. , Luray, VA, 22835-9036, Phone: 540-999-3500

Directions

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 in Gravel Springs Gap parking area which is a short distance beyond milepost 17. Descend on the Appalachian Trail a very short distance to a trail post sign for Bluff Trail.