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2.0 miles
Distance
611 ft
Climb
-539 ft
Descent
00:38:35
Avg time
72 ft
Altitude change
1,988 ft
Altitude min
2,594 ft
Altitude max
1,988 ft
Altitude start
2,060 ft
Altitude end
0.7%
Grade
-29.9%
Grade max
33.9%
Grade min
1 mile
Distance climb
5,079 ft
Distance down
180 ft
Distance flat
00:38:35
Avg time

Mountain Top Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Winter Fat Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Douthat State Park
    Clifton Forge, Virginia
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Voted Difficulty
    Black Diamond (1 vote)
  • Local Popularity
    95 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 75 in E-Biking
    • 80 in Trail Running
    • 65 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #52094 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #83206 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC, Fat
  • Direction
    Both Directions
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  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Season
    All Year
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
  • Land Owner

Mountain Top is classic singletrack with a big climb and descent. The trail also features two great vistas of Douthat Lake.

The up and down is like a mirror image. However, the side connecting to Guest Lodge being slightly less steep and makes a somewhat less arduous climb.

Take advantage of a great viewpoint on the descent to the intersection with Mountain Side, Buck Hollow and Brushy Hollow.

Access Info

From Ross Camp Trail or at the other end via Buck Hollow Trail and Beard's Gap Trail

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Local Trail Association

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  • 20 miles avg distance
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Mountain Top Trail Reports

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May 5, 2026 @ 11:51am (America/New_York)
May 5, 2026
No issues whatsoever! These trails are incredibly maintained.
Nov 10, 2025 @ 3:11pm (America/Kentucky/Monticello)
Nov 10, 2025
Many fallen leaves obscure the roots and rocks. Slippery in steep spots. Beautiful though.
May 4, 2025 @ 9:33am
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May 4, 2025 @ 9:32am
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May 15, 2024 @ 2:27pm
May 15, 2024
One tree down, hand saw might get it
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on May 5, 2026
Very Dry
Avg: 3.99 (3 votes)
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Mountain Top

        Where is Mountain Top located?
        Mountain Top is located in Douthat State Park, Clifton Forge, Virginia, United States. It is part of the Douthat State Park trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 37.90994, -79.78649.
        How hard is Mountain Top?
        Mountain Top is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 0.7%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
        What is the elevation gain for Mountain Top?
        Mountain Top has 611 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 539 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,988 ft to 2,594 ft.
        Is Mountain Top a point to point trail?
        Mountain Top is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
        How long is Mountain Top?
        Mountain Top is 2.0 miles long. The trail type is singletrack.
        Are dogs allowed on Mountain Top?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on Mountain Top. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        When is the best time of year to ride Mountain Top?
        Mountain Top is best visited during: All Year.
        How do I access Mountain Top? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Mountain Top are: View all parking locations in the area.
        How long does it take to ride Mountain Top?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 43 minutes to ride Mountain Top. The trail is 2.0 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        How busy is Mountain Top?
        Mountain Top is a very popular trail. There have been 395 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 379 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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