Beautiful Outlook – Turk Mountain Summit loop from Jarman Gap

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United States

Virginia

Albemarle County

Beautiful Outlook – Turk Mountain Summit loop from Jarman Gap

Hard

3.3

(24)

hikers

Beautiful Outlook – Turk Mountain Summit loop from Jarman Gap

05:00

15.9km

650m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 4, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Shenandoah Wilderness

Shenandoah National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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8.69 km

Beautiful Outlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

Just a little almost hidden outlook to the right of trail going up the mountain, there’s a rock outcropping and gorgeous views!!!

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8.85 km

Rocky Outcrop Overlook in the Shenandoah Wilderness

Highlight • Viewpoint

9.05 km

Turk Mountain is a summit with easy access close to Crimora; the hike to the peak is short but enjoyable. Though not a very high summit, it has an expansive 360 degree view of the surroundings from the top. Turk Mountain is in the south section of Shenandoah National Park, which charges a fee to enter; you can find more information at: nps.gov/shen/planyourvisit/fees.htm

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9.33 km

Turk Mountain Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This trail leads you on a steady incline up to Turk Mountain, winding through a narrow dirt path surrounded by lush greenery. Along the way, you'll be rewarded with stunning views, making it worth taking your time to enjoy the scenery.

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12.9 km

Sawmill Run Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

Sawmill Run Overlook sits on a point where Appalachian Trail meets Skyline Drive, and, being accessible by car, it’s not so secluded as other viewpoints in the AT. However, it is a great trailhead to start on the Appalachian Trail. From the overlook you can appreciate expansive views of the Appalachian Mountains covered by forest, and in particular the nearby Turk Mountain Summit.

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15.9 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.4 km

3.41 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

12.3 km

3.44 km