Easy to moderate, 2.9 mi loop with spur
656 ft elevation gain
Hiked 9/18/25
An easy hike with mild elevation gain takes you along the Little Stony Man cliff wall before heading up to the summit of Stony Man. Both provide great views at the northern tip of the Blue Ridge Parkway. Briefly shares the trail with the Appalachian Trail which runs through Shenandoah National Park.
A small pool in the rock outcrop along the wall of Little Stony Man with forest down below.
Early fall colors along the trail leading to the summit of Stony Man.
The view from the summit of Stony Man to the rolling mountains to the north.
Thank you! Shame about the clouds, definitely recommend it if you make it out again. Harper’s Ferry is similarly beautiful!