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Hankey Mountain – Dowells Draft Trail loop from North River Gap

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Virginia

Augusta County

Hankey Mountain – Dowells Draft Trail loop from North River Gap

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Hankey Mountain – Dowells Draft Trail loop from North River Gap

04:16

44.8km

1,100m

Mountain biking

Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 7, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 42.7 km for 68 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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13.9 km

Hankey Mountain rises in the Appalachian Mountain range close to Churchville; the peak is 3520 ft high. From Hankey Mountain you can see the mountain range in Ramsey’s Draft Wilderness, on the other side of the valley, with peaks such as The Pinnacle and Big Bald Knob. The North River valley and the mountains around the peak are all covered by lush forest; this beautiful landscape can be seen from the summit.

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17.2 km

Dowells Draft Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Dowells Draft Trail goes up a steady incline with some flat parts along the way. The last mile before Hankey Mountain is flat, allowing hikers to enjoy some views between the trees. The trail is used by mountain bikers too, so be sure to exercise caution.

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44.8 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

16.9 km

14.0 km

12.0 km

1.89 km

Surfaces

14.8 km

10.9 km

7.88 km

6.58 km

4.61 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,040 m)

Lowest point (460 m)

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Saturday 15 August

26°C

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