Signal Knob

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The Signal Knob Loop is a steep and strenuous 10.2-mile hike with 2400 feet of elevation gain at the northern end of Massanutten Mountain near Strasburg, VA. We'll enjoy outstanding views of Fort Valley, Shenandoah Valley and Great North Mountain as we proceed to the site of an important Union and Confederate signal outpost during the Civil War.

This is not a beginner's hike, nor is it suitable for dogs.

Pace 2-2.5 mph if this speed is not conducive to your hiking level, please know that I do not hike any slower or faster than this pace so please consider another hike. I also take frequent stops and breaks going up hills.

PLEASE PRINT OUT ANY MAPS THAT YOU THINK YOU MAY NEED AS I DO NOT PROVIDE COPIES OF MAPS. ALL THE LINKS AND COORDINATES YOU WILL NEED ARE BELOW.

http://www.hikingupward.com/gwnf/SignalKnob/

Meet by 8:15 a.m. to form our carpools in the East Falls Church Metro Kiss & Ride lot. Please answer the RSVP questions so the event host can organize the carpool. We will depart promptly at 8:30 a.m.

Note: Smart phones will not give you the complete map and will end at the Sheetz! You can plot the coordinate below.

We will stop at the Sheetz, 15315 Washington St, Haymarket, VA 20169 on your way the distance is about 145 miles round trip to the parking lot.

Here is a link from the parking area to the trailhead.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/kCFcj3YZ798KRU7J9

If you are meeting us at the trailhead, please be there by 9:45 am.

The GPS coordinates to the trailhead are Signal Knob parking area on 678/Fort Valley Rd. 38.93498, -78.31996

Leader: Devon A Stoney (202) 702-4500 (Emergency Use Only)
Adventuring fee: $5.00 cash or venom
Driver fee: 145 miles round trip x .30 = $43.50 per driver dived by total car passengers including the driver. Bring cash.
Shared Park Entry Fee: $0

OPTIONAL BUT RECOMMENDED: A post-hike change of shirt, shoes, and socks