Gravel Springs Gap to Compton Gap – 9.4 miles
January 3rd, 2020
After enjoying another wonderful breakfast with Scott and Lisa, Lisa and I drove to the end of the Chester Gap trail near the Terrapin Station Hostel to drop off my car. She then drove me back into the park to Gravel Springs Gap to start my hike. There was rain in the forecast for today but I wasn’t too bothered by it because I knew I would be finishing back at my car. The park was rather empty and I encountered only one other hiker the entire day. It was actually more like a half day because I was finished by 3pm, just after the rain started to fall. The views today were very enjoyable, and I’m excited to get deeper into the park as well as the rest of the state of Virginia.
I wandered around Front Royal after my hike, exploring the visitor’s center and collecting passport stamps at Mountain Trails and River and Peak outfitters before having a great dinner at PaveMint Smokin’ Taphouse. I drove home with a full belly and the satisfaction of knowing I’d be back in VA soon.
Wherever I May Roam 