Story of the Forest
Shenandoah National Park
MILE 51 | Pets are not allowed on this hike. An easier stroll through the woods that passes next to the Big Meadows Air Quality Station, an important place for scientists and researchers to learn about air quality in Shenandoah.
Pets are not allowed on this hike. An easier stroll through the woods that passes next to the Big Meadows Air Quality Station, an important place for scientists and researchers to learn about air quality in Shenandoah. Distance: 1.8-mile round trip hike Difficulty: Easiest (explanation of our hiking difficulty scale) Hiking Time: 1 hours 30 minutes Elevation Gain: 290 feet Hike Description From Byrd Visitor Center (mile 51), follow the sidewalk to the trailhead and take the trail right. After crossing the bridge, turn left and follow the trail to its intersection with a paved walkway near the campground office. Turn left and follow the walkway back to your starting point.
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1-2 Hours
The average hiking duration does not take into consideration fitness, exploration, rest, contemplation, etc.
An entrance fee is required to get into Shenandoah National Park.
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Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Although pets are not allowed on the Story of the Forest Trail, service animals are welcome. This trail does not meet ADA accessibility guidelines.
No — Pets are not allowed on Story of the Forest Trail.
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Central District (Mile 51)