Compton Peak Trail
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Compton Peak Trail

Moderate climb to panoramic views from Compton Peak.

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Length
2.4 mi
Difficulty
5
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About This Trail

Ascending 500 feet via the Appalachian Trail from Compton Gap at Skyline Drive milepost 10.4, this moderate hike rewards summit visitors with views spanning the Piedmont and Shenandoah Valley. Below the cliff, 570-million-year-old columnar basalt jointing created by ancient volcanic activity awaits exploration.

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Coordinates: 38.8034, -78.1857
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Getting There

From Front Royal, enter Shenandoah National Park via Skyline Drive. The Compton Gap parking area is at mile 10.4 on Skyline Drive. Cross the road to access the Appalachian Trail heading south to Compton Peak.

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