Rocky & Brown Mtn Circuit Hike- 9.7 Miles-2,306' Elev Gain

Starting & Ending Point - Brown Mountain Overlook (Milepost 76.9)

Distance/Elev Gain/Rating - 9.7 Miles/2,306'/Mod Strenuous

Hike Map - Both the plan view and section view is posted in the pictures.

Hike Preview Video - Brown Rocky Mountain Trail, Virginia - 403 Reviews, Map _ AllTrails - Google Chrome 2026-03-11 10-22-57.mp4

Meeting Times - 8:30am for carpooling from Pro Re Nata. 9:30am for meeting at the trailhead.

Hike Details - This is a circuit hike from the Brown Mountain Overlook in the Southern District of Shenandoah National Park. The first 0.6 miles is a downhill on the Brown Mtn Trail. Turn left on the Rocky Mtn Trail and continue downhill for 2.6 miles and turn right on the Big Run Portal Trail. After a relatively flat 1.4 miles turn right on the Brown Mtn Trail and generally go mostly uphill for 5.1 miles past the summit of Rocky Mountain and back to the starting point.

Conditions - This is going to be a spring hike with an elevation gain of 2,306'. Temps can vary greatly this time of year. Monitor the weather and properly dress for the weather conditions. Suggest layers of clothing and proper gear for variable weather conditions including a rain shower.

Suggestions On What To Bring - Broken in Hiking Boots, Trekking Poles, Lunch/Snacks, Adequate Water/Electrolytes, First Aid Kit, Good Day Pack, Money for Your Driver, Layers of Clothing

Carpooling - We will be car pooling from Pro Re Nata brewery. If folks want to carpool from Charlottesville to Pro Re Nata, please communicate with each other directly to work out a carpooling plan. Leave in time to be at Pro Re Nata by 8:30 AM.

Meeting At Trailhead - If you are going to meet at the trailhead, please let me know in advance and arrive at the trailhead by no later than 9:30 AM.

After Hike Option - Your favorite beverage & snack at Pro Re Nata or Blue Mountain Brewery