Call Stan and See if he shuttles all the way to HF. I would say he says and the only difference would probably be about an additional $40. If he does not shuttle that far call Gary Serra. I know he will do it and is a first class guy PH#: 757-681-2254.
HF - Front Royal...Nice section, nothing crazy on the terrain or toughness.
Key Points:
C&O Towpath
Blackburn Trail Center
Bears Den Hostel (Stay Here). I
f you want an outstanding meal and beer get a ride down into town to Magnolias.
The Roller Coaster (Several 500+ climbs in a 13 mile stretch...I think 11?)
In Front Royal
The Mountain Home Hostel (Stay Here)
Front Royal is a great resupply to get you into the park.
-Laundry
-Good food spots
-Walmart
-Pool Hall I went to which they gave the group of hikers free pool
-Taxis into town are stupid cheap like 2-4 bucks
I would say if staminal is shuttling you, see if you can drive to his hostel in Waynesboro, It would be a peace of mind knowing its parked there VS Rockfish gap.