Skyline Loop
Distance:
135 miles
Terrain:
Plenty of curves in the first 40 miles along Skyline Drive, then descending a mountain pass and a Virginia Byway. Another oass at Standardsville and return via Skyline Drive.
Highlights:
Skyline Drive, Shenandoah National Park, hiking trails with remnants of old homesteads, Sperryville Emporium, Misty Mountain Vineyard.
Description:
This tour is best suited for day when you ridden a lot in days past and want a break. There are ample opportunities to get off your bike and explore dozens of hiking trails along Skyline Drive.
Submitted by:
Dale Coyner
Orginal posting: http://www.motorcycleva.com/rides_list.cfm?Cat=2
The Route from Front Royal
0 Start at entrance to Skyline Drive on US 340 in Front Royal
30.7 Left on US 211 East at Thornton Gap
37.7 Right on US 522 in Sperryville
38.5 Right on VA 231
59.0 Right on US 29 Business South in Madison
60.3 Join US 29 South toward Charlottesville
62.1 Right on VA 230 North
72.9 Right on US 33 West
87.4 Right on US 340 North at Elkton
135.0 Arrive Front Royal via US 340