Schedule -

5:30-6:00 AM - Fajr at ADAMS Sully

6:15-6:35 AM - Depart from Sully ADAMS to Shenandoah - 4431 Brookfield Corporate Dr Unit F Chantilly, VA 20151

8:30-9:00 AM - Parking at HawksBill Trail Parking Lot - Lower Hawksbill Trail Syria, VA 22743 (38.55628, -78.38667)

9:00-10:30 AM - Hike HawksBill Summit Trail

The Hawksbill Trail features Hawksbill Mountain, boasting a peak elevation of 4,000 ft, a stunning mountain range, and the bragging rights of summiting Shenandoah. A moderately easy trail, it offers a 670-foot elevation gain, and the panoramic view from the top justifies the ascent. Note that it is not stroller-friendly due to rocky terrain and a continuous incline. The approximate round-trip time is 1 hour and 10 minutes.

10:30-10:45 AM - Drive to Big Meadows (within Shenandoah) - 263 Big Meadows Entrance Rd Syria, VA 22727 (38.51820° N, 78.43722° W)

10:45-11:15 AM - Break for snacks and restrooms

11:15-1:00 PM - Hike Dark Hallow Trail (across the street)

Dark Hollow Falls is a trail adorned with glistening waterfalls, set against the backdrop of autumn trees. This moderately challenging trail takes approximately 1 hour for a round trip and spans 1.6 miles, with a 580 ft elevation gain. Parts of the trail are rocky and include uphill segments on the return, it is not suitable for strollers.

1:00-2:30 PM - Break for prayer, lunch, and restrooms at Big Meadows

2:30-4:30 PM - Drive back to NOVA

Packing List:

Personal

Lunch

First Aid Kit

Hike & Dhikr

By Adams Center