Camp Hoover (Rapidan Camp) Loop - SNP (B/3)
Larry Kidd (784-3617 or lckiddjr@comcast.net). A moderate 7.6 mile loop hike with 1200 feet elevation change in Shenandoah National Park. Starting from the parking area at Milam Gap head south on the AT 2.7 miles then descend on the Laurel Prong Trail 3.2 miles to the famous Hoover Camp and return by the Mill Prong Trail and the AT 1.7 miles. This is the website Hiking Upwards Camp Hoover Hike. Bring a lunch to eat at Camp Hoover followed by a camp walk-through. Contact Larry for meeting time and place.
NOTE: I have set up a ranger presentation on the history of the camp to occur either before or after the hike at the Big Meadows Visitor Center!
The ODATC Mission
The construction and maintenance of foot trails for hikers, including the Appalachian Trail between Reids Gap and Rockfish Gap.
The provision of excursions on such trails or other areas.
Offering educational activities related to the need for preserving the great outdoors.
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