Hawksbill Gap to Stony Man Summit-9 Miles-Moderately Strenuous
Details
Starting Point - Lower Hawksbill Gap
Ending Point - Lower Hawksbill Gap
Hike Distance/Rating - 9 Miles/Moderately Strenuous
Trailhead GPS Coordinates - 38.556012, -78.386650
PLEASE NOTE - This is an and out hike using the Appalachian Trail from Lower Hawksbill Gap to the summit of Stony Man in Shenandoah National Park. This is a winter hike that will require multiple layers of clothing, beanies, and gloves. Failure to bring the proper winter weather clothing will mean not being allowed on this hike. This is not a hike for novice or inexperienced hikers. I will review past attendance. If you are still on the wait list after 3 days, you have 3 days to email me as to why you should be allowed on the hike. I can be reached via email at patrickcory@hotmail.com.
Hike Highlights - Lower Hawksbill Gap, Appalachian Trail, Crescent Rock, Skyland, Stony Man Trail, Panoramic Views from Stony Man, Horse Stables,
Hike Details - This is an out and back hike using the Appalachian Trail and Stony Man Trail. We will start the hike at the Lower Hawksbill Gap Parking Area. We will hike the Appalachian Trail northbound past the Horse Stables. We will cross the Skyland Access Road twice before reaching the Stony Man Summit Trail. We will ascend to the summit of Stony Man and soak in the amazing views of the Shenandoah Valley, Massanutten Ridge, and West Virginia. We will turn around and retrace our steps back to the cars. There will be an optional side trip up to Crescent Rock.
What to Bring - Good Day Pack, Good Hiking Boots/Shoes, Layers for Possible Colder Fall/Winter Weather, Lunch/Snacks, 3 to 5 Liters of Water/Electrolytes depending on the Weather, Camera, Money for your Driver is participating in the organized carpool, Money for the Post Hike, Beanies and Gloves