0.2 mi from the trailheadSherando Lake Recreation Area Family Camping
Campground · VA
2.8 mi out & back · 500 ft gain · 2,070 ft high point · Moderate
Via Blue Loop Water Tank, the Lakeside Trail, and Sherando Lakeside (0.6 mi)
In George Washington National Forest · VA · U.S. Forest Service
Sherando Cliff Trail is a 2.8-mile out and back route in George Washington National Forest via Blue Loop Water Tank and Lakeside Trail, gaining 500 feet.
500 ft of gain round trip.
The closest places to sleep, measured from the trailhead.
Ranked the same way, within twenty-five miles.
The hike from its start, the approach dashed. Drag with two fingers, or hold a key to zoom.
Trail data: USFS, NPS, © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Elevation: USGS 3DEP via Mapzen terrain tiles. Nearby reading: Wikipedia. Download the trail and feature data.
Campground · VA
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