Massanutten Trail Permit: Route
Massanutten Trail permits are walk-up only in Massanutten Mountain. The route covers about 69.2 miles, measured along the route.
This guide covers the Massanutten Trail permit.
free; no permit needed for the trail or for dispersed camping along it
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about 69.2 miles, measured along the route
Distance
About Massanutten Trail
A 69-mile loop entirely within George Washington National Forest, most often hiked in 5 to 7 days from the Elizabeth Furnace trailhead. Dispersed camping is free and permit-free throughout.
The Massanutten Trail
- Distance
- about 69.2 miles, measured along the route
Points along the route
- Elizabeth Furnace Recreation Area (common trailhead)Mile 0, 749 ft
- Waonaze PeakMile 4.8, 2,702 ft
- Veach GapMile 7.8, 1,140 ft
- Woodstock Lookout TowerMile 11, 1,892 ft
- KellerMile 15.7, 1,802 ft
- Kennedy PeakMile 20.5, 2,565 ft
- Camp Roosevelt Recreation AreaMile 23.5, 1,265 ft
- Woodstock TowerMile 33.6, 659 ft
- Milford GapMile 37.9, 1,746 ft
- Habron GapMile 42.6, 1,924 ft
- New Market GapMile 49.3, 1,807 ft
- Scothorn GapMile 55.2, 2,457 ft
- Kerns MountainMile 60.4, 2,561 ft
- Signal KnobMile 64, 2,107 ft
- Little Crease area (shelter)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a permit for Massanutten Trail?
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Yes, a permit is required. Walk-up permits are available at the trailhead or visitor center, but arrive early as they may be limited.
How long is the Massanutten Trail route?
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The route is about 69.2 miles, measured along the route.
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