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Stony Man Mountain Travel Guide

  • Mile Marker 41.7, Skyland Upper Loop,
  • Luray,
  • VA
  • USA

Stony Man Mountain is part of the Appalachian Mountains and has a height of 4,261 feet (1,298 meters). The mountain is popular for hiking and offers views of the Shenandoah Valley.

History

The mountain has a long and storied history. It was named for the huge outcropping of naked rock near its summit, which resembles a human head. Native Americans used the rock outcropping as a lookout point, and it was also used as a signal station during the American Civil War. Today, the rock outcropping is a popular spot for picnics and for viewing the sunset.

Looking out over valley from Stony Man Mountain in Virginia.
Rock scramble at Stony Man Mountain in Virginia.
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Experience Overview

Average Weather

Spring
30 °
Summer
50 °
Fall
30 °
Winter
0 °

Adventure Type

Hike, Trail

Activities

Bird watching, Hiking, Walking, Wildlife watching, Observation Point

Natural Features

Rock scramble, Mountains

Views

Sunset, 180, Vista, Overlook

Terrain

Dirt, Forest, Mountain, Rocky, Steep

Traffic

Average, Heavy, Seasonal

Access Difficulty

Easy, Moderate

Elevation

4011 ft

Location

Cost & Fees

  • Per Car $30
  • Per Person $15
  • Per Night $0
  • Parking $0

Contact

Always consult the official website for the most current information.

Must-Know Facts

Amenities

  • Parking: Paved lot, Plenty, Free, National Park Pass
  • Restrooms: No
  • Potable Water: No
  • Other: None

Rules & Regulations

  • Leave No Trace, Pack-in, pack-out, no food vendors, no alcohol, no decorations, no smoking, no open flames, no rice/birdseed/confetti/streamers/fake petals
  • Fires: Fire ring only
  • Accessibility: Walk to site
  • Dogs: No
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Hours

Reservations

Not needed, First-come-first serve

Best Time to go

April, May, June, July, September, October

Peak Season

April, May, June, July, August, September, October

Off Season

January, February, March, November, December

What's near Stony Man Mountain?

Accommodations

Air BnB, Bed & Breakfast, Cabins, Camping, Hotel, Inn, Lodge, Motel, RV Site, Retreat, Tent Camping, House

Necessities

Gas, Groceries, Hospital, Pharmacy, Dining

Attractions

Art gallery, Brewery, Historic district, National park, Resort, Restaurants, Shopping, Theme park, Visitor Center, Winery, Zoo, Cave, Park, Memorial

Transportation

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