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Shenandoah National Park hiking guide

Little Devils Stairs Trail

A 5.3-mile loop with 1,540 ft of climbing in Mathews Arm/Elkwallow, rated difficult.

Little Devils Stairs Trail, Shenandoah National Park

Key facts

Length
5.3 mi (8.5 km)
Elevation gain
1,540 ft (468 m)
Route type
Loop
Difficulty
Difficult
Area
Mathews Arm/Elkwallow
Highest point
2,696 ft
Lowest point
1,199 ft

About Little Devils Stairs Trail

This trail features a scenic hike through a narrow gorge along Keyser Run, known for its numerous small waterfalls and cascades. The route includes a steep climb, requiring occasional use of hands. The trail also passes by the historic Bolen Cemetery, offering a glimpse into the area's past.

Route map

Route map of Little Devils Stairs Trail in Shenandoah National Park1 miN
Start and finishNorth is up. Drawn from the route in the Parka app.

This route was checked by Parka editors.

Elevation profile

Elevation profile of Little Devils Stairs Trail1,5002,0002,500024Distance (miles)Elevation (ft)High 2,696 ftLow 1,199 ft
Elevation runs from 1,199 ft to 2,696 ft over 5.3 miles of mapped route. The profile is sampled from elevation data along the route.

Nearby in Mathews Arm/Elkwallow

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