![]() Simply head north on the Appalachian Trail and retrace your steps down Pearis Mountain to return to your car. The Wilburn Valley Overlook has a much wider view than Angels Rest and has more room to spread out and enjoy the view of the valley. Along the way there will be some camping areas for backpackers. To get to the Wilburn Valley Overlook, return to the Appalachian Trail and follow it along the ridgeline for 0.6 miles. Take the blue-blazed trail and climb the boulder for a nice view of the New River. After 1.7 miles you’ll emerge on the ridge of Pearis Mountain and see a sign that directs you to the Angel’s Rest viewpoint. ![]() The trail is moderate for about 0.7 miles, then begins to climb very quickly via switchbacks. Take the Appalachian Trail south (uphill direction). Drive one mile and there will be a small gravel parking area big enough for 2-3 cars where the Appalachian Trail crosses the road. To get to this hike, from US-460 near Pearisburg, take the exit for VA-100S, turn right onto Johnston Avenue, and immediately right again onto Morris Avenue (SR 793). ![]() Angels Rest is a large boulder that overlooks the New River at the crest of Pearis Mountain, and the Wilburn Valley Overlook has a wide viewpoint of the surrounding valley. Easily accessible from US-460 near Pearisburg, this hike along the Appalachian Trail gains a total of 1600’ elevation is a 4.6 mile round trip hike. Day hike on the Appalachian Trail.įor a tough hike with rewarding views, check out Angels Rest and the Wilburn Valley Overlook. ![]() Two overlooks of the New River and surrounding valleys. This includes, but not limited to, COVID-19, wildfires, air quality, natural disasters, permitting agency closures, etc.4.6 mile hike with 1600' elevation gain. In the event Alpine Running is forced to cancel a race for any reason and the event can not be feasibly rescheduled, refunds/race credits/rollovers will not be given. The climb to Angel’s Rest above Pearisburg is notorious among Appalachian Trail hikers for its punishing incline. Please do not ask us to break our policy. If your cancellation is 30 days or less from your race day, there is no credit, no refund, no transfer. Runners who must cancel their registration more than 30 days prior to the race can opt for a 50% credit toward the same event the following year. The 10K provides a discounted entry to young runners under 20 as part of the Youth Trail Initiative. This one loop course packs a lot into 6.2 miles! The course consists of 75% single track and 25% paved trail with 1600ft of elevation gain and 1600ft of elevation loss. You'll pass Multnomah and Wahkeena Falls on your way. Starting and finishing at Benson State Recreation Area the course takes you up Larch Mtn Trail and down Wahkeena Trail. The 10K course covers one of the most popular routes in the Columbia River Gorge. You will have 6 hours to complete the race. The course consists of 70% single-track, 20% two-track/forest service road and 10% pavement. The half marathon course has 3300ft of climbing and one aid station. After tagging the top of Angel's Rest, you'll head back to the finish at Benson State Rec Area with a final view of Multnomah Falls. As the course continues, you make your way over to Devil's Rest and then onto Angel's Rest - enjoying the fantastic views of the Columbia River Gorge along the way. You will then run past Multnomah Falls and turn onto Larch Mountain Trail, running to the top of the Falls. HALF MARATHONĪngel's Rest half marathon course starts at Benson State Rec Area. There is 4700ft of elevation gain and 4700ft of elevation loss. The course consists of 80% single-track, 15% paved trail and 5% two-track. Now it's time for a little hell to heaven! You'll veer onto Devils Rest Trail making your way out to Angel's Rest (photo op!) passing the beautiful Wahkeena Falls on your way to the finish line where post-race festivities await you. You will return almost to Multnomah Falls but turn onto Larch Mtn Trail out to the second aid station. The 20 mile course starts at the Benson State Recreation Area and takes you out to Ainsworth Day Use Area via a few trails where the first aid station is located. The rebirth of sections of the Columbia River Gorge burnt in the 2017 Eagle Creek fire can be seen as you wind uphill through the forest. Both distances run by the famous Multnomah and Wahkeena Falls. Welcome to Angel's Rest! We've been working on this one for several years and are excited to be able to offer the first trail race on Angel's Rest in the beautiful Columbia River Gorge! Sweeping views, stream crossings, challenging trails, and stunning waterfalls await you on the 20M and 10K courses.
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