Wise Shelter

Mouth of Wilson, Virginia

About

The Mount Rogers Appalachian Trail Club is a member of the Appalachian Trail Conservancy, organized in 1960. The club has maintenance responsibilities for 59.4 miles of the Appalachian Trail in the Jefferson National Forest, Mount Rogers National Recreation Area, Grayson Highlands State Park, and additional trails in the area. The primary focus is to ensure the trail remains available for future generations, fulfill maintenance responsibilities, undertake projects to enhance trail use, and provide opportunities for club members to enjoy activities associated with the trail. Backpackers are advised to be bear aware and use bear canisters or metal bear boxes installed at nine locations along the trail. The Appalachian Trail goes through the town of Damascus, VA, and the town has set up a brick pathway to celebrate the trail and hikers. Activities and information are also posted on the MRATC Facebook page and Instagram.

Amenities

Available Site Types

• Tent Sites

Local Attractions

• Grandfather Mountain
• Grayson Highlands State Park
• Mount Rogers National Recreation Area
• Damascus, VA
• Appalachian Trail