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Shenandoah NP Backcountry - Old Rag Summit
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Shenandoah NP Backcountry - Old Rag Summit

Shenandoah National Park · Syria, VA

Open year-round (per published schedule) · Verify current status with the operator before traveling

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  • Address:Syria, VA
We display cached information from agency feeds. Hours, fees, permits, closures, fire restrictions, and conditions change without notice. Outdoors is not the permitting authority. Confirm current conditions for this campground using the links above before you go — you are responsible for compliance. Last verified by us: Jul 20, 2026. Spot an error in our data?

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Backcountry camping near Old Rag Mountain, the most popular hike in Shenandoah National Park. Rocky scramble to a 3,284-foot summit with 360-degree views. Backcountry campsites in the saddle below the summit. Free backcountry permit required.

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No pets allowed

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  • Campfires generally permitted — verify current fire restrictions before lighting

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