Appalachian Trail: The Priest
★ 0.0 (0 reviews)· George Washington National Forest, VA
Distance
9.2 mi
Elevation
3,000 ft
Est. Time
~6h
Out & Back
Hard
Features
ViewsRockyShadeWater sourceParkingDog Friendly
About
A demanding 9.2-mile out-and-back from VA-56 in the Tye River valley climbing roughly 3,000 ft up the Religious Range to the 4,063-ft summit. Famous for the AT shelter logbook where thru-hikers "confess their sins." Switchbacks, rocky tread, and views from a rock ledge near the top.
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