Broad Hollow Circuit Hike Redux (SNP)

This hidden jewel of a hike offers lots and lots of winter leg stretching and cardio workout opportunities as it circles around the mountains on the eastern side of Shenandoah National Park's central section.

To begin our hike, we'll descend steeply from the Pinnacles Overlook, leaving most of the views behind us as we drop to the park's boundary before climbing upward following a mountain stream. There's winter greenery to jazz up the dull winter mood.

Our very strenuous 10.8-mile circuit hike does not offer much in the way of views, but offers plenty of peaceful woods for us to explore. We'll see plentiful mountain laurel, old growth hemlock and wild oak. Along the way, we'll also see remnants of the mountains' former residents and travel on a very rocky forestry road. Elevation gain of this hike is approximately 2800 feet, with a significant portion at the end of the hike. Only well-conditioned and well-prepared hikers should attempt very strenuous hikes. The hike will generally be long and steep, and may include stream crossings and other challenging terrain.

Bring plenty of water, snacks, lunch, sturdy footwear, optional headlamp, and about $24 for transportation and trip fees. ($5 for the Adventuring trip fee**, $12 for mileage reimbursement, and a shared portion of the $30/car SNP admission fee. (We can usually cover the Park’s admission fee with those hikers who hold annual park passes.)

We'll carpool at 8:00 a.m. from the Kiss & Ride Lot of the East Falls Church Metro Station. We will make our usual pit stop at a Sheetz to stock up on lunch and/or snacks before heading to the trailhead. There may be an optional dinner stop on the way home. RSVPs open 2 weeks before the event.

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