Benson Run
5.4 mi
Distance
420 ft
Elev. Gain
1h 49m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Benson Run is a point-to-point trail in George Washington National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Highland County, Virginia. It is 5.4 miles long and gains 420 feet. The surface is dirt. The nearest town is Deerfield, Virginia, about 5 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 1,068 ft |
| High point | 0.5 mi | 1,124 ft |
| End | 4.2 mi | 768 ft |
Trail Details
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Dirt
Official sources & verification
Managed by United States Forest Service
Source of truth
- Agency source page
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Managing agency
- United States Forest Service
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Deerfield, VA · about 5 mi away
- County:
- Highland County, VA
- Jurisdiction:
- George Washington National Forest · United States Forest Service
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