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Definitely recommend, definitely will go back. Big Schloss is another treasure in the George Washington National Forest. Relatively easy at only 4.4 miles and 700 vertical feet you can enjoy the hike without leaving to early if you come from the DC area. Big Schloss peak named by German immigrants provides a wonderful view of the surrounding ...
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This is your chance to visit Big Schloss by doing a short version of the hike. This is an out-and-back hike with over 1,500 feet of elevation gain. Start on the Big Schloss Cutoff trail then take the Mill Mountain Trail to the Big Schloss trail to the peak. This is a great place to have lunch while enjoying the views of the surrounding valleys.
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- Woodstock, Virginia, United States
Nov 10, 2017 · Map of Big Schloss hike, George Washington National Forest; created using National Geographic Maps/AllTrails, alltrails.com (Check out the PDF version, interactive map, and MapMyHike track) The hike ( Note: The campground is a 14-mile drive from either Wardensville, West Virginia to the northeast or Woodstock, Virginia to the southeast .)
Jan 17, 2024 · The trail to Big Schloss is along the Mill Mountain Trail. It’s about two miles to the Big Schloss trail and another 1/4 mile to the summit. What to Expect on the Trail to Big Schloss. The trail to Big Schloss has a steep grade for about the first half, ranging between 11% and 23%. However, there are several “flat” sections along the ...
Sep 21, 2009 · Big Schloss. September 21, 2009August 26, 2015. Big Schloss is a moderate 4 mile hike with gorgeous views at the top. Located in George Washington National Forest’s Lee Ranger District, this trail is one of our favorite re-hikes due to great views and beauty of the trail. Christine’s dad and Adam at the Big Schloss overlook.
Big Schloss Loop. Explore this 12.2-mile loop trail near Star Tannery, Virginia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 57 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, running, and walking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring.
The last .25 mile is again uphill to the top of Big Schloss peak. This hike begins from the parking lot for Big Schloss, Tibbet Knob, and Mill Mountain. The trail is rocky throughout and follows the orange blazes for approximately 1.9 miles. At the 1.9 mile marker, you'll see a sign indicating to turn right for the Big Schloss Spur Trail.
