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Augusta County Virginia Hiking Trails
Wild
Oak National Recreation Trail
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George
Washington and Jefferson National Forests
Length: 26.0 mile loop
Rating: Moderate/Strenuous
The Wild Oak National Recreation Trail is a 26-mile loop following
ridgetops and circling the headwaters of the North River. Each of its
three sections offers a vigorous but scenic day hike or it can provide the
backpacker a nice multiple day loop. Elevations range from a low of 1,600
feet at North River Gap to 4,351 feet on Little Bald Knob, offering nice
vistas and wildlife viewing opportunities.
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Directions:
From Bridgewater, take US 42 about 3 miles south to Mossy Creek. Take
SR 747 west for 3 miles. At Mt. Solon, take SR 731 north for 1 mile. Turn
left and take SR 730 west for 3 miles to the Stokesville junction. Turn
right on SR 718 and proceed north 1 mile to FDR 95. The trailhead parking
area is about .2 mile ahead on the right.
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