A hike along the Appalachian Trail to a shelter. Be on the lookout for wildflowers and birds through the fairly open woods along the trail! Pets must be on a physical leash no longer than 6 feet at all times.
Distance: 3.4-mile round trip hike
Difficulty: Moderate (hiking difficulty scale)
Hiking Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Elevation Gain: 670 feet
Hike Description
- From the back of the Panorama Parking Area (mile 31.6), take the short connector trail to the Appalachian Trail (A.T.) and go right (north).
- Cross Route 211 and Skyline Drive.
- Go right onto the fire road and follow it to the hut.
- Once there, look for the blue-blazed Pass Mountain Trail and take that back to the A.T. south, which will take you back to your starting point.
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