From here you are just a few kilometers from Hazeltop Ridge. The Mill Prong Trail will take you to Rapidan Camp, President Herbert Hoover and First Lady Lou Henry Hoover's rustic getaway. This hike includes three stream crossings, which may be challenging based on recent rainfall. Exercise caution and turn back if uncomfortable.

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Appalachian Trail, Hawksbill, Horseshoe Trail, and Rose River Loop

41.3km

13:23

1,500m

1,380m

Hike the difficult 25.7-mile Appalachian Trail, Hawksbill, Horseshoe Trail, and Rose River Loop in Shenandoah National Park.

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Rapidan Fire Road

1.84km

00:29

20m

10m

Explore the Rapidan Fire Road, an easy 1.1-mile hike through wooded areas, leading to President Hoover's historic summer camp in Shenandoah

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Big Rock Falls – Rapidan Camp (Five Tents) loop from Big Meadows Wayside

17.3km

05:06

480m

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

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Location: Page County, Virginia, United States

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Mill Prong Trail junction

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