Whiteoak Canyon Loop, ~9 Mile Difficult Hike

Joins us in a tour of Shenandoah's best waterfalls!

Safety: Make sure you have adequate fitness for the proposed itinerary. If you are recovering from an illness/COVID or not fit in some other way. If you have a problem, it puts the whole group in danger!!!!!! You will be turned away if you do not have appropriate gear on this hike... (Food and water, proper footwear/socks!!)

Time: This hike begins at 8:00 am and ends at sometime around 4 PM. End time depends on speed of group.

What to Bring: Make sure to pack lunch and snacks, at least 2 liters of water, extra socks, and hiking boots/shoes. Dress appropriately for the weather. You will be turned away at the trail head if you do not have these.

Parking: Free parking is limited. Paid parking is available if parking runs out for about $10. There is an entrance fee of $20 per person if you do not have a national park pass, though last time I was here there was no entrance fee due to COVID.

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Distance: ~9 Miles
Elevations: ~ 2,255 Feet

Map: https://www.hikingproject.com/trail/7013220/whiteoak-canyon-to-cedar-run-loop

Hike Description: We will be hiking up Whiteoak canyon trail right beside Old Rag Mountain. This is a somewhat difficult hike due to the elevation gain.

This route has you climbing through Whiteoak Canyon along beautiful waterfalls. Sections are fairly steep, but you'll never be far away from a great view allowing you to catch your breath.

Once past the upper falls, your climb continues across a bridge and up a fire road that connects you to Cedar Run Trail. From here, you'll hike down 2500' along Robinson River, where you'll discover more waterfalls and will see more wildlife.

Pets are not permitted due to the trail conditions being narrow and cliff facing at points.

We will have lunch at 12:00 PM, or when we get to a good stopping point

Feel free to organize carpooling in the comments.