A man in a green shirt and backwards ball cap gazes out over a valley below from a mountain top.
3-4 HoursFee applies

Marys Rock Summit

Shenandoah National Park

MILE 31.6 | Many legends surround the name of this hike, but there is no denying the beautiful westward views that it provides of the Shenandoah Valley and Massanutten Mountain.

Many legends surround the name of this hike, but there is no denying the beautiful westward views that it provides of the Shenandoah Valley and Massanutten Mountain. Note that very limited closures are in effect in an effort to prevent further degradation of important outcrop ecosystems on Marys Rock. Distance: 3.7-mile round trip hike Difficulty: Moderate (hiking difficulty scale) Hiking Time: 3 hours 30 minutes Elevation Gain: 1,210 feet Hike Description From the trailhead located in the back of the Panorama parking area, take the short connector trail to the Appalachian Trail and go left (south). At the trailpost take a right to the viewpoint. Retrace your steps back to the parking area.

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Duration

3-4 Hours

Duration Details

The average hiking duration does not take into consideration fitness, exploration, rest, contemplation, etc.

Fees

An entrance fee is required to get into Shenandoah National Park

Fees Apply

No

Seasons

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Accessibility

This trail does not meet ADA accessibility guidelines.

Pets

Yes — Pets must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet at all times.

Reservations

No

Location

Central District (Mile 31.6)

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