Shenandoah Valley Overlook – Compton Gap Trailhead loop from Front Royal

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Shenandoah Valley Overlook – Compton Gap Trailhead loop from Front Royal

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Shenandoah Valley Overlook – Compton Gap Trailhead loop from Front Royal

02:45

37.4km

860m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 3, 2026

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Shenandoah National Park

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6.48 km

Shenandoah Valley Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

From this point, you can enjoy views of the northern end of the Shenandoah Valley. The main highlights include Signal Knob and the town of Front Royal, but on clear days, you might even see part of West Virginia.

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Dickey Ridge Visitor Center

Highlight • Rest Area

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Signal Knob Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

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Gooney Manor Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

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Compton Gap Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

Compton Gap Trailhead is actually situated at Compton Gap and is on the National Register of Historic Places. The views from Compton Gap are great, but if you decide to …

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