Hawksbill Mountain
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| Hawksbill Mountain | |
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 Hawksbill Mountain from the north |
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| Elevation | 4,050 feet (1,234 metres) |
| Location | Virginia, USA |
| Range | Appalachian Mountains, Blue Ridge Mountains |
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| Topo map | USGS Big Meadows |
| Type | granite |
| Age of rock | unknown |
| First ascent | unknown |
| Easiest route | Hike |
Hawksbill Mountain is the tallest mountain in Shenandoah National Park. Located in Madison County, Virginia, Hawksbill Mountain is a popular short hike just off of Skyline Drive.
A number of trails lead to the summit of Hawksbill, one of the most popular of which starts from the Upper Hawksbill Parking Area. The National Park Service has constructed a stone observation platform at the summit. Byrd's Nest No. 2, one of a series of shelters built in the park by Senator Harry Byrd, is nearby. The north face of Hawksbill Peak is a 2,500-foot drop into Timber Hollow, which is the largest elevation change in the park.
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