Advice on day hike

[KelBel]

I'm looking to plan a day hike on the AT. I live not far from front royal and would like to do a 10 mile hike. Any suggestions of a point where my hubby can drop me off and then pick me up later in the day? Thanks in advance

[modiyooch]

I'm looking to plan a day hike on the AT. I live not far from front royal and would like to do a 10 mile hike. Any suggestions of a point where my hubby can drop me off and then pick me up later in the day? Thanks in advance

The roller coaster! Route 50 to Bears Den Hostel.

[KelBel]

I actually did part of that section last week. If I started in Front Royal at the base of SNP, is there an outlet about 10 miles north of there?

[modiyooch]

8.2 miles to Linden VA(55) from US 522. Another 11.7 to us50.

[KelBel]

Thank you! Do you happen to know where I can find out where I can access the trail from these points?

[modiyooch]

http://www.atctrailstore.org/
Appalachian Trail Data Book (2013)--NEW In stock Item No.: #141-13 Price: $6.95, $6.25 for members

You can also find the appalachian trail on state maps.

[KelBel]

Thank you

[DeerPath]

I'm looking to plan a day hike on the AT. I live not far from front royal and would like to do a 10 mile hike. Any suggestions of a point where my hubby can drop me off and then pick me up later in the day? Thanks in advance

Hi KelBel,
I lived in Linden, VA 22 years and know the area well. Mr KelBel could drop you off at Rt 55 & Tucker Ln. Linden, where the AT crosses Rt 55. Hike north passing Manassas Gap Shelter, Dicks Dome Shelter, on toward Sky Meadows State Park boundary. When you arrive at the mountain top take a trail to your left and that will lead to Signal Knob parking lot where Mr KelBel could pick you up. Mr KelBel can get to the parking lot by driving North on Rt 638 (Freezland Rd) about 7.5 miles, drive down Fire Trail Rd about 2.5 miles to the parking lot, This parking lot is the 2nd one after he passes DeerPath Ln.
(The AT Guide book says it's Rt 638/Fire Trail Rd.. The book is mistaken, it is Fire Trail Rd only because Rt 638 turns left down the mountain at Fire Trail Rd. entrance). Total distance 8 miles. If you wish to go further, Mr KelBel could pick you up on US RT 50, 11.6 miles. If you have any questions do not hesitate to PM me.
Happy Trails

[KelBel]

Thank you so much DeerPath!! That helps a lot and I will be doing that next week

[Odd Man Out]

Thank you! Do you happen to know where I can find out where I can access the trail from these points?

http://goo.gl/maps/McKsW

http://goo.gl/maps/uyyjT

But buying the guide book is a good idea.

And here is a SOBO at US 522.
http://goo.gl/maps/LjKjN

[KelBel]

Thank you Old Man Out! I actually just got AWOL's AT guide. Lots of good info in that book

[grgermeg]

I was about to mention some places but seems like you already found some good locations. Good luck for your work.

[KelBel]

Grgermeg I could always use other suggestions if you have them!