Rockfish Gap To Paul Wolfe Shelter - 10.0 Miles - 1,631' Elev Gain

Starting & Ending Point - Rockfish Gap At Abandoned Howard Johnson's (Orange Roof)

Distance/Elev Gain/Rating - 10.0 Miles/1,631'/ Moderately Strenuous

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

Hike Preview Video - Explore Rockfish Gap To Paul C. Wolfe Shelter _ AllTrails - Google Chrome 2026-03-30 15-43-24.mp4

Meeting Times - 8:30 am for carpooling from Pro Re Nata. 8:45 am for meeting at the trailhead.

Hike Details - This is an out and back hike. The first 0.7 miles is a downhill. The next 2.8 is generally uphill. The next 1.5 miles is downhill. Then reverse everthing going back.

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

Conditions - This is going to be a spring hike with a decent distance but only a moderate elevation gain of 1,631'. Monitor the weather and properly dress for the weather conditions. Suggest layers of clothing and proper gear for variable weather conditions.

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 8:45 AM.

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