Mid-Atlantic Hiking Group

Strenuous 10.5 Mile Hike in George Washington National Forest: Signal Knob!

November 10, 2012 · 9:30 AM
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George Washington National Forest: Signal Knob! A Strenuous 10.5 Mile Hike

"Certainly this hike was one of a kind. spectacular! Magnificent! Breathtaking!" - Feng, A Member of The Mid-Atlantic Hiking Group

This is a wonderful hike with awesome vistas and about the best we have yet to see in Northern Virginia. The terrain is very rocky in places and there are some serious hills earning it a strenuous rating.

The trail is situated only 8 miles west of Front Royal and it only takes approximately 1.5 hour to get there from the Metro Washington area, making it a gem of a hike and not too far and WELL worth the drive. If you carpool, the time will fly and you will make new friends along the way!

Hike Pace

This hike will lead a moderate pace of about 2.5mph

Note: Hike leaders reserve the right to turn hikers away at the trailhead if they come unprepared (flip flops, no water, not appropriately prepared for the elements, etc.) If you have any questions regarding anything related to this hike, the hike leaders number is posted below and we are all here to help so that everyone can have a comfortable and safe trip. We are always happy to help you make an informed decision but it is up to you to call or we cannot help you.

Trail Information

Activity Type: Hiking
Nearby City: Front Royal
Length: 10.5 total miles
Trail Type: Loop
Skill Level: Strenuous
Duration: 5.5 hours
Season: This hike is simply great year 'round! The views are enjoyable in the winter due to clear crisp views from the vistas, while the spring and summer wildflowers and mountain laurel are simply gorgeous! Then, in late summer there are tons of berries, so you will see this posted year 'round!
Elevation: 2,680 ft with two different ascents
Local Contacts: George Washington National Forest

Trail Notes for Leaders

Weather Information
We hike rain or shine! Click here to see an up to the minute forecast for where we will be hiking.

Carpool Information
There are 2 carpools for this hike!
Baltimore Area Carpool
To carpool or caravan from the Baltimore metro area, meet at Savage Station. Click here for directions to Savage Station.

DC Area Carpool
To carpool or caravan from the metro DC area, meet at the Centerville Park and Ride. Click here for informationand directions to the Centerville location.

If you can drive or want to carpool from any locations such as the DC area, please post your location and needs in the comment section below. Click here for suggested carpool locations complete with directions. For those who need a ride, reach out to the drivers. Make friends, and support the environment - by just offering a ride!

Directions to the Trailhead
Click here for directions to where we meet for this hike

Meetup Time for Hike is at 9:30 a.m.

Carpool meetup time from Savage Station is 7:10 a.m.

Carpool time from Centerville Park and Ride is 8:10 a.m.

Fido is Welcome on this Hike only with prior approval from the Hike Leader.

Let's have good times and see you on the trail!

Sandy: [masked]

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Mike

Beautiful hike...great to see everyone

0 · November 11
irina rickard

I had blast nice weather, good strenuous hike, great people - perfect combination . Thanks Sandy for leading! Thanks Kelly for make this happens!

0 · November 11
Sandy Balliet

What a great day, the weather was perfect not too hot not cold, the people were great confersation and company. We even met up with a few men who knew a lot of the area and we got a littl hstory lesson on the Civil war in the area.

0 · November 11
Sam Stebbins

Amazing. Great route and great company.

0 · November 10
kimmie

Sorry I need to drop out, tummy is so upset since last night :(

0 · November 10
kimmie

Sorry I need to drop out, tummy is so upset since last night :(

0 · November 10
Ankush

i am coming from alexandria and can meet near any metro station, is it possible to get a ride. thanks

0 · November 6
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- Sam Stebbins
  
  I'm also in Alexandria and will be driving. Happy to carpool.
  
  0 · November 7
- Ankush
  
  Hi Sam, where do you want meet to meet. Thanks
  
  0 · November 8
- Sam Stebbins
  
  I live in Old Town near the WW bridge; I can pick you up or we can meet somewhere that has coffee.
  
  0 · November 8
- Ankush
  
  I live at 5375 duke street, alexandria VA 22304([masked])
  
  0 · November 8
- Amy
  
  Any chance I can get in on an Alexandria car pool? I'm happy to buy the coffee! I live right next to the Starbucks on Eisenhower and am happy to walk to King Street Metro (or anywhere really) to meet.
  
  1 · November 8
- Sam Stebbins
  
  Great. Let's all meet at that Starbucks at 7:15. This is the one a little east of the Van Dorn metro station, yes?
  
  Drive is about 90 mins so that gives us some wiggle room.
  
  My cell phone number is [masked] if you need it.
  
  No need for any gas contribution.
  
  0 · November 9
- Ankush
  
  thanks a lot Sam. i will park my car at vandorn metro station .
  
  0 · November 9
Kellie Carlisle

If you are on the wait list and would like to go on the hike, you will get an e-mail as slots are available. It is a “first come first serve” for available slots. Open slots are open to everyone whether on the wait list or not, but the wait list will insure you are notified of open slots as well as letting me know to look for another leader if the hike can handle it. Click here for how to get off the wait list and RSVP “yes”, http://www.midatlantichiking.co... Hope this helps and enjoy the hike. Don’t hesitate to contact me if you need further assistance as that is what I am here for.

0 · November 8
kimmie

I interest in a carpool from Centreville P&R , will chip for gas. Thank you =)

0 · November 7
- Mike
  
  Hi Kimmie. I will be there by 8:10 and can give you a ride. No need for gas money.
  
  0 · November 8
- kimmie
  
  Hi Mike, thanks for the offer, will see you on Saturday at 8:10 a.m.
  
  0 · November 8
Jim S

I am coming from Baltimore. Anyone wants to carpool?

0 · November 6
- Sandy Balliet
  
  Jim meet us at the Savage carpool at 7:10
  
  0 · November 8
- Jim S
  
  Great. See you on Saturday.
  
  0 · November 8
Sandy Balliet

I am going to be at the Savage Station park and ride at 7:10 for any who wish to carpool

0 · November 7
Kellie Carlisle

If you are on the wait list and would like to go on the hike, you will get an e-mail as slots are available. It is a “first come first serve” for available slots. Open slots are open to everyone whether on the wait list or not, but the wait list will insure you are notified of open slots as well as letting me know to look for another leader if the hike can handle it. Click here for how to get off the wait list and RSVP “yes”, http://www.midatlantichiking.co... Hope this helps and enjoy the hike. Don’t hesitate to contact me if you need further assistance as that is what I am here for.

0 · November 6
Brandi Walker

Is anyone coming from DC or near a metro station with whom I could ride? I live in Dupont Circle but can meet at any metro station.

0 · November 6
Kellie Carlisle

If you are on the wait list and would like to go on the hike, you will get an e-mail as slots are available. It is a “first come first serve” for available slots. Open slots are open to everyone whether on the wait list or not, but the wait list will insure you are notified of open slots as well as letting me know to look for another leader if the hike can handle it. Click here for how to get off the wait list and RSVP “yes”, http://www.midatlantichiking.co... Hope this helps and enjoy the hike. Don’t hesitate to contact me if you need further assistance as that is what I am here for.

0 · October 25

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Where We Hike - Anywhere within the Mid-Atlantic region. We also have special trips to places farther away. Hikes range from very easy sneaker hikes on paved paths along gentle streams and clear lakes, to very strenuous, steep climbs and rock scrambles to mountain summits. We visit Shenandoah National Park, George Washington National Forest, and the Appalachian Trail almost every weekend. We strive to offer at least one easy, moderate, and strenuous hike within 60 miles of Baltimore, DC, and Northern Virginia each weekend. Additionally, we have cookouts, white water floats, hike out/paddle backs, cave trips, natural water slides hikes, Appalachian Trail section hikes, camping trips, volunteer offerings, and last but certainly not least, our very popular Monuments in the Moonlight hikes that have been featured in the Washington Post.

How We Hike - With safety and camaraderie! We will NOT leave anyone behind and we strive for a 1:15 volunteer hike leader to member ratio. Hiking in large groups is not fun for you or anyone else on the trail, including our own volunteer leadership team. Hikes with a large number of people signed up typically have more than one leader to maintain our goal ratio. This also allows us to offer various pace options so you can hike at the right pace for you. We have pledged to practice Leave No Trace outdoor ethics and we do. We also offer many volunteer and trail maintenance opportunities in addition to community building events, so come on out and make a difference in our parks!

Who Should Join - Simply put, you! Whether you are young, old, working, retired, laid off, shy, talkative, energetic, geeky, lazy (but hopefully you don't want to be or we just might have a problem with this one-grin), recovering from an injury, social, or a competitive speed hiker, this is a group for you. We love our diversity and thrive on it!

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