Marys Rock Viewpoint
One of the more popular hiking destinations within Shenandoah National Park is Marys Rock Viewpoint. Because it is not an easy tourist hike, there will be far less people there.
The viewpoint is accessed by a steep rocky side trail branching off the Appalachian Trail. For AT hikers, remember you will need to leave the AT if you want views in Shenandoah.
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Distance: 3.7 mile round trip hike
Elevation Gain: 1,210 feet
Difficulty: Moderate for tourists
Hiking Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
From the trailhead located in the back of the Panorama parking area, take the short connector trail to the Appalachian Trail and go left (south). At the trailpost take a right to the viewpoint.
Access:
Best view is a easy scramble up Marys Rock
Looking north from the top of Marys Rock
Looking down on Highway 211
About the best view you get if you choose to stay on the AT and not go to Marys Rock.
Picnic rocks at Marys Rock Viewpoint
Looking south from the top of Marys Rock
Looking west from the top of Marys Rock
Appalachian Trail in route to Marys Rock Viewpoint
Marys Rock Viewpoint Blue Blaze Trail
