Robertson Mountain Trail

Trails Virginia Robertson Mountain Trail

Virginia · Madison County

Robertson Mountain Trail

Challenging ascent to one of Shenandoah's best viewpoints.

Rating

Length

5.6 mi

Difficulty

8

County

Madison

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Little Devils Stairs Loop

Rocky canyon loop with creek crossings and steep grades.

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Upper Hawksbill Trail

Direct route to Shenandoah's highest summit area.

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Cedar Run Trail

Steep creek-side route with pools and cascades.

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About This Trail

Climbing to a 3,296-foot summit in Shenandoah’s Central District, this seldom-visited peak offers sweeping views across to Old Rag Mountain. Spring brings abundant mountain laurel blooms along the ascent, with far fewer crowds than neighboring popular summits.

Location

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Coordinates: 38.4358, -78.2937

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Getting There

From Sperryville, take Route 670 toward Syria, then Route 600 south to the Old Rag area. Access Robertson Mountain Trail from the Limberlost parking area at Milepost 43 on Skyline Drive in Shenandoah National Park.

Nearby Trails

Little Devils Stairs Loop

Rocky canyon loop with creek crossings and steep grades.

Upper Hawksbill Trail

Direct route to Shenandoah's highest summit area.

Cedar Run Trail

Steep creek-side route with pools and cascades.

Lands Run Falls Trail

Forest descent to a seasonal waterfall in Shenandoah National Park.

Sugarloaf Loop Trail

Rolling forest loop with intermittent mountain vistas.

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