The section of the Appalachian Trail leading to the Sam Moore Shelter is super well-marked with signs and blazes. The shelter, itself, is a standard primitive shelter that resembles many of the others you'll find along the trail in Virginia and is down a short spur trail. It comes with a fire ring and a separate picnic area (don't eat inside the shelter!).

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1. Appalachian Trail: Bears Den to Buzzard Hill

14.3km

04:55

760m

Hike the Appalachian Trail from Bears Den to Buzzard Hill, a moderate 8.9-mile route with rewarding views and challenging ups and downs.

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2. Appalachian Trail: The Roller Coaster

22.7km

07:20

960m

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Hike the Appalachian Trail's challenging "Roller Coaster" section, a difficult 14.1-mile route with relentless ups and downs and rewarding v

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3. Appalachian Trail to Buzzard Hill

10.2km

03:17

430m

Hike the moderate 6.3-mile Appalachian Trail to Buzzard Hill, gaining 1425 feet in elevation for west-facing views.

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Elevation 290 m

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Location: Clarke County, Virginia, United States

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Sam Moore Shelter

1. Appalachian Trail: Bears Den to Buzzard Hill

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