Located at Milepost 8.8 on the Blue Ridge Parkway, Greenstone Overlook peers over the foothills of Virginia. The overlook is situated at exactly 3,000 feet on an outcrop of the Catoctin Greenstone. The rock in the area was formed from an ancient lava flow, which is unique to this particular area of Virginia.

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1. Greenstone Trail loop — Blue Ridge Parkway

408m

00:06

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. View from Humpback Rocks – Humpback Rocks Trail loop from Dripping Rock

23.1km

07:02

800m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 920 m

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Location: Augusta County, Virginia, United States

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Greenstone Overlook

1. Greenstone Trail loop — Blue Ridge Parkway

2. View from Humpback Rocks – Humpback Rocks Trail loop from Dripping Rock

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