오거스타 카운티 최고의 워킹 & 하이킹 경로

Collapsed quartzite rock forms Blackrock Summit. The rock is believed to be formed from the seabed of the Iapetus ocean, an ancient sea that disappeared more than 400 million years ago.

An excellent viewpoint with interesting rock formations

Humpback Rocks is a popular hiking destination due to its accessibility from the Blue Ridge Parkway and I-64. The trail leads to a greenstone outcrop near the peak of Humpback Mountain, with a summit elevation of 3,080 feet. The name comes from the "hump" in the rock formation, which gives the mountain its name, making it stand out from the surrounding, more vegetated peaks. While the views are spectacular, be cautious, especially when the rocks are wet, and try to overlook the occasional disappointing graffiti in some areas.

From the summit there is a splendid view of Shenandoah National Park. A summit that deserves to be reached.

Towering over Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains, the iconic greenstone outcroppings of Humpback Rocks offer trail runners a challenging yet breathtaking journey. Located just six miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway entrance near Waynesboro, the distinctive rocky summit of Humpback Mountain stretches 3,080 feet skyward. Despite the surrounding summits blanketed in vegetation, Humpback’s exposed gray stones create a visual “hump” for which it is named, beckoning runners to take on the steep slope.

Sawmill Run Overlook sits on a point where Appalachian Trail meets Skyline Drive, and, being accessible by car, it’s not so secluded as other viewpoints in the AT. However, it is a great trailhead to start on the Appalachian Trail. From the overlook you can appreciate expansive views of the Appalachian Mountains covered by forest, and in particular the nearby Turk Mountain Summit.

2-story shelter with the possibility of bear hanging. Fire pit and picnic area are also available.

Chimney Rock is the final main overlook on the Three Ridges loop. The overlook is pointed back towards Hanging Rock and Meadow Mountain, but it is a bit more overgrown than the Hanging Rock viewpoint. If you are looking for a place to make camp for the night and are heading south, the Harpers Creek Shelter is not very far away.