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OSM map layer · LineString
38.69, -78.57 · rel 16151205
38.69, -78.57 · rel 16151205
Scothorn Gap Trail
4,7 km from start to finish through alpine terrain and mountains.
Virginia · 38.69°N ·
78.57°W
4,7km
Distance
moderate
Climb · estimate
easy
Difficulty · estimate
linear
Shape
24
views
1
Viewpoints
01 · Character of the route
Is this one for you?
Alpine Terrain
Mountains
Summit
1× viewpoint
Quiet area
Uncrowded
Family friendly
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02 · 3 points along the route
What will you encounter?
2× summit
1× viewpoint
Waterfall Mountain
summit ·
324 m off route
0,0 km
0%
Middle Mountain
summit ·
443 m off route
1,1 km
23%
Duncan Knob Overlook
viewpoint ·
463 m off route
4,7 km
100%
03 · Landmarks
Steady waypoints
Quarter of the way
Halfway
Three quarters
Finish
04 · Intersecting routes
Where you meet other trails
05 · From the trail
Through the eyes of hikers
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What hikers experienced
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07 · Before you go
Answers to common questions
Scothorn Gap Trail is 4.7 km long.
At an average walking pace, Scothorn Gap Trail takes approximately 1h 10min to complete.
No, Scothorn Gap Trail is a linear (point-to-point) trail. Plan ahead for return transport.
Scothorn Gap Trail starts near coordinates 38.6836, -78.5693.
Scothorn Gap Trail is an easy hike, suitable for walkers of all fitness levels.
Scothorn Gap Trail is maintained and managed by United States National Park Service.