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The Stairs

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The Stairs

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Routes leading to this Highlight may be dangerous

Routes may comprise technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

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Shenandoah Wilderness

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    June 25, 2022

    Hiking

    The boulders pile up on the summit ridge and there are hardly any or only very difficult ways to avoid them or to get in between.

    August 23, 2020

    Hiking

    An amazing spot on the Old rag trail. A natural staircase that allows you to cross through two gigantic rock formation, whilst a big piece of rock is wedged in above you. It forces you to bend low whilst climbing up the stairs. Great place for taking some spectacular photos.

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    1. Old Rag Mountain Summit via Ridge Trail loop — Shenandoah National Park

    19.8km

    07:40

    1,050m

    1,050m

    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

    Hard

    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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    Elevation 820 m

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