Shenandoah Mountain Backpacking

pushed 1 week. Same itinerary.

Ready for a Primitive Wilderness Escape?
Join us on a thrilling backpacking adventure to Shenandoah Mountain, nestled within the Ramsey Draft Wilderness in the George Washington & Jefferson National Forest. This rugged hike offers stunning views, challenging terrain, and a chance to experience the true beauty of the outdoors.

Highlights:

• Scenic Summit: Enjoy breathtaking vistas from the mountain's peak.
• Primitive Wilderness: Immerse yourself in a pristine natural setting.
• Challenging Terrain: Test your limits with a challenging hike and numerous stream crossings.
• Cozy Campfire Nights: Relax by the campfire under the starry sky with new friends.

What to Expect:

• Multiple Day Hike: Prepare for a multi-day trek with daily mileage of 9+ miles.
• Stream Crossings: Be ready to cross numerous streams and creeks.
• Changing Weather: Pack for chilly evenings and early mornings.
• Cozy Campsite: Enjoy a secluded campsite with nearby water.

Optional Breakfast and/or Carpool:

• Optional Breakfast: 7:00am, Strasburg Diner
• Carpool: 7:45am, Fairfield Inn Parking lot, Strasburg, enter parking lot, bear right, and park near the back. It is well lit.

Trip Details:

• Trailhead Parking lot: 38.30804, -79.36119
• Ramsey Draft Parking, drive up the service road past the day use area.
• Please work out carpools in the discussion area.
• meetup Time: Saturday, Nov 16 at 9:30 am
• Hiking Difficulty: Difficult, suitable for experienced hikers.
• Mileage: 18.2 miles (9.5 miles/8.7 miles)
• Elevation Gain: 2,811 feet, most on the 1st day
• Hiking Plan: HikingUpward Shenandoah Mountain
• Dave's Standard Trip Warnings & Requirements

Trip Essentials:

• Backpacking Gear: Bring a comfortable backpack, sleeping bag, tent, and cooking essentials.
• Clothing: Pack warm layers, rain gear (just in case!), and hiking shoes that can get wet. Don't forget dry comfy clothes to sleep in and a change of socks.
• Food: Bring enough food for the entire trip, including snacks and meals. Feel free to bring some tasty snacks to share by the campfire.
• Water: Bring enough water for the hike. There is a spring near the campsite.
• Car Clothes for ride home: Don't forget a bag to put your hiking shoes in and a change of clothes for the drive home. Plus deodorant :-). We will stop for lunch on our drive home.
• Money: For the drivers' gas.

Weather & Such:

• Weather Link for West Augusta, VA
• Sunset Sunday Evening: 5:05 pm
• Sunrise Monday Morning: 6:59 am

Don't Miss Out!
This is a fantastic opportunity to explore the beauty of GWNF and experience the thrill of backpacking in a wilderness setting.

Questions? Feel free to message me!!!

The $5 non-refundable fee covers this group's annual MeetUp fees.