5.0 mi
Distance
1,565 ft
Elev. Gain
2h 18m
Est. Time
Out & Back
Route Type
Difficult
Difficulty
About This Trail
Hickory Ridge Trail via Appalachian Trail is an out-and-back trail in Jefferson National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Smyth County, Virginia. It is 5 miles long and gains 1,565 feet. The nearest town is Troutdale, Virginia, about 1 mile away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 1,017 ft |
| High point | 1.8 mi | 1,188 ft |
| End | 5.0 mi | 1,017 ft |
Trail Details
- Route Type
- Out & Back
Official sources & verification
Managed by United States Forest Service
Managing agency
- United States Forest Service
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Troutdale, VA · about 1 mi away
- County:
- Smyth County, VA
- Jurisdiction:
- Jefferson National Forest · United States Forest Service
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In this park
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Stay nearby
Campgrounds near this trail
Hurricane Campground
1.5 mi awayJefferson National Forest
Sugar Grove, VA
Check official pricing48 sitesReservable TentRV Well reviewed No Service
Old Virginia Group Horse Camp
2.2 mi awayJefferson National Forest
Troutdale, VA
Check official pricing1 sitesReservable No Service
Raccoon Branch Campground
2.8 mi awayJefferson National Forest
Sugar Grove, VA
Check official pricing20 sitesReservable TentRV Well reviewed No Service
Fox Creek Horse Camp
2.8 mi awayJefferson National Forest
Trout Dale, VA
Check official pricing22 sitesReservable Tent
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