Old Rag Mountain Loop

Alex D

Old Rag Mountain Loop

04/13/22

Old Rag Trail requires a permit from Recreation.gov beginning March 2022. The trail from the new parking lot ascends quickly. The rock scrambles begin at the sign, "No camping beyond this point". I prefer to hike it out-and-back because the loop includes a long fire road.

5.0

Padmanabh Bhatt

Old Rag Mountain Loop

04/03/22

Crowded trail, rock scrambling, steep terrain going up and down, nice vistas from the rocky summit.

5.0

Jaime Bojo

Old Rag Mountain Loop

03/26/22

Out-freaking -standing

5.0

Hannah VanLaningham

Old Rag Mountain Loop

11/23/21

This is one of my favorite hikes I’ve ever done. The map on this app is a little inaccurate because they’ve added a new trail head - the hike is 9.5 miles all together. It took me and my friend 4.5 hours to complete. The rock scramble before the summit is tough and some of the rocks are VERY slick from being climbed on. Once you reach the summit it is an easy 5 miles back to the car. Would 10/10 recommend.

5.0

Kyle C

Old Rag Mountain Loop

12/12/20

Fun. Popular/crowded but it is nice to have a hike that involves some short scrambles at the top. You will have to lift yourself up and squeeze through boulders multiple times but it is never exposed.

4.0

Stephen Catalano

Old Rag Mountain Loop

08/09/20

It doesn't get much better than Old Rag. Yes, the crowds are insane. Yes, it gets congested. Arrive early and you'll have the trail to yourself and a couple other smart planners. Oh, and just because its popular doesn't mean its easy... its a difficult hike with some rock scrambling. I've seen many folks/families have to turn around just a couple miles in...

5.0

Alex Prior

Old Rag Mountain Loop

01/12/20

Once you get to the rock scramble it’s an amazing hike

5.0

Elsa Wetten

Old Rag Mountain Loop

03/29/19

I have been waiting years to do this hike as each time I made plans the weather was icy/rainy! It was definitely worth the wait! We got there at 10:30am and were able to get parking in the lot, however it was a Thursday. The hike up is definitely tough, but once you get to the rock scrambles your pace slows down. Highly recommend having a friend go with you as I wouldn’t have wanted to be doing the rock scrambles on my own. The rock scrambles also require lots of upper arm/core strength in addition to strength in your legs. It’s the day after and I am sore as can be. Once you get to the top, there are about 3 overlooks you can view and eat lunch. After an exhilarating climb up, the hike down is rather boring in comparison. Being already tired on the way down was really tough, as you need to walk on an almost flat gravel/dirt road for about .8 miles. DO NOT WEAR SNEAKERS. I wore hiking boots and saw many people in sneakers, the tread and ankle support in my boots helped me so much! I only wish the way down was more interesting rather than walking on a flat road. Took us about 5-6 hours to complete the whole loop.

4.0

Chady Jake

Old Rag Mountain Loop

12/08/18

It's definitely a strenuous hike, but the view is worth it.

5.0

Ryan Pfeiffer

Old Rag Mountain Loop

01/02/18

Great place to hike and a great workout! Completed 7.5 mike loop in 4 hours. Going up was the most difficult part; following Ridge Trail is pretty easy with several switch backs until you hit the 2800 ft mark and enter the “Rock Scramble” here the trail becomes a little more difficult to follow and your workout begins, at times you may find yourself doing a little bouldering / rock climbing. Due to the frigid temps, it was a bit slick at times and took additional time to complete the rock scramble. My camelback insulated hose actual froze during the hike. Once you reach the summit your reward is stunning views of the various peaks within Shenandoah. Heading back to the parkinglot it’s easy, all down hill following Saddle Trail then Weakley Hollow Fire Rd, aprx 5 miles, overall very rewarding hike

4.0