Woodstock, VA, Virginia
Massanutten Mountain and Shenandoah Valley. A rugged loop through the George Washington National Forest featuring rocky Appalachian ridgelines and deep valley crossings. June heat adds to the challenge.
| Name | Mile | Elevation | Crew Access | Drop Bag | Cutoff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elizabeth Furnace | 15 | 1,400 ft | Yes | Yes | — |
| Edinburg Gap | 32 | 2,000 ft | Yes | Yes | — |
| Woodstock Tower | 52 | 2,800 ft | No | Yes | — |
| Powell Fort Camp | 70 | 1,600 ft | Yes | Yes | — |
| Mudhole Gap | 88 | 2,200 ft | No | No | — |
| Segment | Miles | Terrain | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Start to Elizabeth Furnace | 0–15 | rolling | moderate | Ease into the rocky trails. |
| Elizabeth Furnace to Edinburg Gap | 15–32 | climb | hard | Ridge climbing begins. Rocky footing. |
| Edinburg Gap to Woodstock Tower | 32–52 | climb | hard | Sustained climbing with heat exposure. |
| Woodstock Tower to Powell Fort | 52–70 | descent | hard | Technical descent. Watch ankles. |
| Powell Fort to Finish | 70–100 | rolling | hard | Final push through the night. |
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