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Iron Mountain to Old Bear Tree Campground Loop route map
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Jefferson National Forest/Virginia

Iron Mountain to Old Bear Tree Campground Loop

Chilhowie, Virginia

4.9 mi

Distance

1,099 ft

Elev. Gain

2h 8m

Est. Time

Loop

Route Type

Difficult

Difficulty

About This Trail

The Iron Mountain to Old Bear Tree Campground Loop is a 4.9-mile trail located in the Jefferson National Forest, near Chilhowie, Virginia. This loop trail features a scenic route through diverse forest settings, offering hikers a chance to enjoy the tranquil beauty of the Appalachian Mountains. The trail traverses an elevation gain of 1,099 feet, climbing to a maximum elevation of 1,165 meters. This challenging trail is recommended for experienced hikers due to its significant ascent and dirt surface, which can become slippery when wet.

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

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Hazards & Warnings

steep elevation gain

Elevation Profile

Min:1,003 ft
Max:1,165 ft
335 ft
335 ft
1,003 ft1,057 ft1,111 ft1,165 ft0.0 mi1.2 mi2.5 mi3.7 mi4.9 mi

Trail Details

Route Type
Loop
Surface
Dirt

Official sources & verification

Managed by United States Forest Service

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Highlights

forest setting

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