Turk Mountain

A hike to the 2,981 foot summit of Turk Mountain, located in the Shenandoah Wilderness, that provides a wonderful view to the west.

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Distance: 2.2-mile round trip hike
Difficulty: Easiest (explanation of our hiking difficulty scale)
Hiking Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
Elevation Gain: 690 feet

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Hike Description 

1. From the Turk Mountain parking area (mile 94.1), cross Skyline Drive and take the Appalachian Trail south to the trailpost.
2. Go right onto the Turk Mountain Trail and follow it to the summit for a wonderful view to the west.
3. Retrace your steps to return to your starting point.

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Details

Duration

2-3 Hours

The average hiking duration does not take into consideration fitness, exploration, rest, contemplation, etc.

Activity

Hiking

Pets Allowed

Yes with Restrictions

Pets must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet at all times.

Activity Fee

No

An entrance fee is required to get into Shenandoah National Park.

Location

South District (Mile 94.1)

The trailhead for this hike is located at the Turk Mountain parking area.

Reservations

No

Season

Year Round

Accessibility Information

This trail does not meet ADA accessibility guidelines.

Download the trail map
Click the image to download the trail map. Print it out at home or save it to your phone to take with you on your hike.