Walking Trails

WALKING & HIKING TRAILS

Below are some of the many trails that wind through Shenandoah. Before you set out on a hike, stop at a visitor information center for trail maps, current trail conditions and other information.

Compton Peak 

(Mile 10.4)

2.2 miles 2.5 hours

605 feet Moderate

This trail is rocky and steep in spots, but it leads to exceptional scenic views both east and west. You'll look out over a section of Skyline Drive and bends of the Shenandoah River.

Overall Run 

(Mile 22.1)

6.4 miles 5.5 hours

1,850 feet Strenuous

This long, steep trail is worth walking; it leads to a spectacular view of the tallest falls in the park (93 feet). Valley views.

Little Stony Man Cliffs

(Mile 39.1)

0.9 mile 1.0 hour

270 feet Easy

This winding trail climbs up through the forest to a rock ledge. Spectacular view to the west, as far as the Allegheny Mountains

Whiteoak Canyon

(Mile 42.6)

4.6 miles 4.25 hours

1,040 feet Strenuous

Strenuous hike to the first of six falls in Whiteoak Canyon. Crosses the Limberlost Trail and passes through beautiful forest.

Limberlost

(Mile 43)

1.3 miles circuit 1.0 hour

100 feet Fairly easy

The Limberlost Trail is ADA accessible, with a crushed greenstone walkway and a gentle grade. People of all ages come here for birds, flowers, new tree growth, and a sense of peace.

Hawksbill Mountain Summit 

(Mile 46.7)

2.1 miles 2.0 hours

520 feet Moderate

Rocky trail to summit of park's highest peak at 4,049 feet, where rare balsam fir and red spruce can be seen.

Dark Hollow Falls 

(Mile 50.7)

1.5 miles 1.5 hours

440 feet Moderate

Excellent view of Dark Hollow Falls. The waterfall is a series of frothing cascades.

South River Falls 

(Mile 62.8)

1.6 miles 2.25 hours

850 feet Moderate

Fairly steep trail through lush woods with view of the falls.

Blackrock Summit 

(Mile 84.8)

Mile

1.25 hour

175 feet Easy

Outstanding views and rock out-croppings. You'll stay awhile at this mammoth pile of quartzite rocks.