SNP Elkwallow & Traces 5.6 Mi 750 Ft Moderate Hike

Let’s enjoy a shady “through the woods” hike in the north district of Shenandoah National Park! This 5.6 mile moderate to moderately strenuous loop hike with about 750 ft of elevation gain utilizes the Elkwallow and Traces trails. We typically hike about 2 mph when moving; however, we leave no one behind and strive to maintain a pace that is comfortable to all.

Optional Rehydration: **Join us for a byob picnic lunch and/or purchase something from the Wayside after the hike. Wayside Menu (subject to change): https://www.goshenandoah.com/dining/food-groceries/elkwallow-menu**

Hike Route: **https://www.alltrails.com/explore/custom-routes/elkwallow-traces-5-6-750-lollipop-31ff003**

Time to Meet: Please meet 15-20 min prior to hike start for introductions and liability waiver sign in.

RSVP: If your plans change, please edit your RSVP 24-48 hrs before the hike if possible to open a spot for another hiker. This request applies to hikers on the Waitlist as well.

Meeting Location/Parking: Elkwallow Wayside parking area, milepost 24 on Skyline Drive. We will meet near the restrooms. NOTE: Follow signs to the Wayside. Do not go to the Picnic Area, which Is a different place.

Facilities: Restrooms are located between parking and the Wayside building.

Park Admission: **Park fee or pass. https://www.nps.gov/shen/planyourvisit/fees.htm**

Contact Information**: Please use the comments feature for comments and questions. The hike leader is Lisa Peterson.**

Hike Cancellation**: In the unlikely event that the hike needs to be cancelled, hikers will be notified through comments on this posting. Please check Meetup for updates the evening before the hike.**

What to Bring: Water at least two liters, emergency contact information, medications, snacks/meal, insect repellent, sunscreen/protection from weather, and personal first aid kit. Trekking poles if you use them, sturdy hiking footwear.

Please leave pets at home. Thanks!

Notes:

• RSVP to register for this hike. If your plans change, update your RSVP.
• To find out more about PATC, click here.
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Attendance is limited at the discretion of our hike leaders. PATC rules do not permit children under 18 years to participate in a hike without a parent or guardian present.