Big Run Portal Trail

Shenandoah National Park, Virginia, United States

4.9 miles (7.9 km) · 761 ft elevation gain · Point to Point · trail · Route

Big Run Portal Trail covers 4.9 miles across Shenandoah National Park, Virginia, United States. Runners face 761 feet of climbing with 256 feet of loss. The course averages 157 feet of vertical gain per mile. The course is 85% runnable, with the remainder requiring hiking on steep or technical sections. Trail comprises the majority of the course. Terrain difficulty is rated as very hilly. Difficulty is rated 8.0 out of 10, placing it in the 55.2th percentile. Popular among trail runners and hikers seeking Virginia adventures.

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