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Vances Cove to Paul Gerhard Shelter route map
DifficultOut and Back

Vances Cove to Paul Gerhard Shelter

Maurertown, Virginia

7.3 mi

Distance

1,345 ft

Elev. Gain

2h 58m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Difficult

Difficulty

About This Trail

The Vances Cove to Paul Gerhard Shelter trail is a challenging out-and-back trail located in the George Washington National Forest near Maurertown, Virginia. Covering a distance of 7.3 miles with an elevation gain of approximately 1,345 feet, this trail involves significant elevation changes that make it suitable for seasoned hikers seeking a rigorous outdoor experience. The trail surface is predominantly dirt, and it features typical forested terrain characteristic of the region.

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

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Hazards & Warnings

steep elevation gain

Elevation Profile

Min:453 ft
Max:754 ft
410 ft
410 ft
453 ft553 ft654 ft754 ft0.0 mi1.8 mi3.6 mi5.4 mi7.3 mi

Trail Details

Route Type
Out & Back
Surface
Dirt

Official sources & verification

Managed by United States Forest Service

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Best Seasons

Highlights

forest setting

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