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A short trail to one of the best views of Harrisonburg.


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2,440' 744 m

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The Massanutten Western Slope is privately owned and riders must carry a valid annual pass or purchase a day pass ($10) or week pass ($25) from the Shenandoah Valley Bicycle Coalition. Find out more, here.

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This trail is very short and not especially technical, but it is rated 'Intermediate/Difficult' because of penalty for error. If you make a mistake, you'll be sliding down a steep mountainside.

At the end of the trail, you'll come upon one of the best views of Harrisonburg. It's the perfect stop for a quick view, a short break, or even a long rest in a hammock (hammock not included, be sure to pack your own).

Leighton's Overlook is named in memory of Leighton Shank. Read more about Leighton, here.

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Shared By:

Mike Miriello with improvements by Ashley Seaward

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Leighton's Overlook - Western Slope of Massanutten. In this photo you are looking west towards Harrisonburg, VA. Late Fall 2016
Jun 22, 2017 near Massanu…, VA
Hammock not included, be sure to pack one.
Apr 11, 2017 near Massanu…, VA
View from Leighton's Overlook.
Apr 11, 2017 near Massanu…, VA
Trailhead to Leighton's Overlook.
Apr 11, 2017 near Massanu…, VA

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