I am in luck... it looks like I have some days in late April where I can get to VA for a nice long hike. I probably have time for 80-100 miles.
I am considering two hikes: 1) start at the bottom of SNP in Waynesboro and go north and see how far it take me, or 2) Start in Harper's Ferry and go South, ending up somewhere in SNP.
I enjoy strenuous hikes which argues for going from Harper's Ferry so I can experience the roller coaster. On the other hand, I wouldn't mind having some company at the shelters at night, which argues for going from Waynesboro.
I probably can't go wrong either way, but does anyone have a recommendation?