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  2. VA
  3. …Shenandoah Valley
  4. …Shenandoah National Park
  5. Central District
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This spot is the goal for most of the hikers that park at either Thorton Gap or Meadow Spring Trail. Mary's Rock is an amazing view point overlooking Thorton Gap and Skyline Drive. This is the perfect spot to eat your packed lunch and take in the view. There are also lots of rock outcroppings nearby to explore. Keep an eye out for eagles and hawks on this high point.

Short Hike: 1.4 miles on Meadow Spring Trail and the Appalachian Trail AT one way.

Gem Type: Viewpoint
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James Feather

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Jun 14, 2020
Taryn Lane
Took Panorama lot trail.
Dec 19, 2019
Rachel Burkhardt
Nov 29, 2019
Stephen Zomcik
Nov 9, 2019
Adam Smith
Oct 21, 2019
Patrick Kelsey
Oct 20, 2019
Tim Dittman
Oct 14, 2019
Monica Tracey
Gus and I enjoyed this hike
Oct 12, 2019
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