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Tom Floyd Wayside Shelter — Appalachian National Scenic Trail
Tom Floyd Wayside Shelter is located near the Appalachian National Scenic Trail in Virginia. The terrain consists of forested areas with trails suitable for hiking. Temperatures range from 30°F in winter to 85°F in summer, and Shenandoah National Park is a nearby attraction offering additional outdoor activities.
Description
Lies 0.2 mi uphill from Ginger Spring. Tom Floyd Wayside Shelter is the first shelter north of Shenandoah on the AT.
Detours Nearby

Elizabeth Furnace Campground
29 min away

Veach Gap - GWNF - Backpacking Site
32 min away
Drive Time
- 38 min from Winchester, VA
- 1 hr 12 min from Harrisonburg, VA
- 1 hr 15 min from Hagerstown, MD
- 1 hr 38 min from Charlottesville, VA
Location
Tom Floyd Wayside Shelter — Appalachian National Scenic Trail is located in Virginia
Coordinates
38.85046 N
78.16365 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-MobileLTESome Coverage
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- AT&T5GGood Coverage
Access
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Toilets
- Pets
FREE established camping
Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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