Old Rag Mountain Winter Version - Day hike

Old Rag Mountain - Winter Version
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The Old Rag Mountain hike in the Shenandoah National Park is one of the most popular hikes in the mid-Atlantic region and normally for most it can be a challenging hike on Summer or Spring.
With many spectacular panoramic views, and one of the most challenging rock scrambles in the park, this circuit hike is a favorite of many hikers. it's the only hike we give a 5 star rating to for views.
Many hikers also prefer to do this loop counterclockwise, thereby tackling the rock scramble on the Ridge Trail on the downhill.
IMPORTANT: Whit snow covering everything it will be a crazy thing to do if you are unprepared and can not deal whit the unexpected, you have been warned.
Meetup location: Trail head Saturday 9am.
Pace: Moderate - Fast
Gear required: Micro spikes/wool cap/globes/balaclava-extra layers-rain suite (just in case) water & snacks
Visitors to Old Rag Mountain, including hikers on the Saddle, Ridge, and Ridge Access trails, will need to obtain an Old Rag day-use ticket in advance, in addition to a Park entrance pass.
For Old Rag Mountain day hike TKT click here
Google driving directions:
https://goo.gl/maps/jNHYvSL92YyCXcaV9
GPS coordinates: 38.571058, -78.293115
IMPORTANT: If you own an annual Shenandoah pass card or equivalent bring it otherwise there is a $20 park entrance fee x car which should be divided between the passengers to ease the cost.
Have a ride: Please post where you are coming from, what time, and how many spots you have.
Need a ride: Post that you need a ride and contact any offers via e-mail for those that are offering rides.
NOTE: Carpool is NOT free, a gas share of $15 x person is encouraged to give to how ever is your driver as a token of appreciation.