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Lower Whiteoak Falls – Great viewing point down into the valley loop from Buzzard Rocks

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Lower Whiteoak Falls – Great viewing point down into the valley loop from Buzzard Rocks

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Lower Whiteoak Falls – Great viewing point down into the valley loop from Buzzard Rocks

02:36

7.25km

230m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

Last updated: September 9, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Shenandoah Wilderness

Shenandoah National Park

Waypoints

A

Start point

1

1.00 km

Bridge over Cedar Run

Highlight • Bridge

At this part the trail crosses through private land, all hikers are asked to stay on the trail only.

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2

3.05 km

Lower Whiteoak Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

About 1.5 miles from the lower car park, a number of pools in the Robinson River invite for some swimming and cooling down. Especially the upper pool is impressive, just …

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3

3.62 km

Great viewing point down into the valley

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great place to take in the views over the valley of Robinson River with the rolling hills of Virginia in the background.

Tip by

4

6.36 km

Whiteoak Entrance Station and Parking

Highlight • Parking

The Rangers in the National Park station are very helpful and informative. They provide hikers with a sketch map of the trails and make the recommended alignment.

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B

7.25 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.46 km

1.37 km

430 m

Surfaces

5.37 km

1.40 km

487 m

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