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Leighton's Overlook

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  1. Areas
  2. VA
  3. …Shenandoah Valley
  4. …Harrisonburg
  5. Massanutten Western Slope
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2,440' 744 m

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

— Mike Miriello
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Overview

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.
Dogs: Leashed

Description

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.

Contacts

Local Club: Shenandoah Valley Bicycle Coalition

Apr 16, 2018: Trail Work is Upon Us!

Apr 15, 2018: 4/21: Tillman Road Trash Cleanup Celebrate Earth Day

Apr 11, 2018: April 21: Cyclovia Harrisonburg

Land Manager: Massanutten Resort

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in Massanutten Western Slope

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in Virginia

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