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Thornton Gap Entrance Station
The Thorton Gap Entrance Station offers access to the park close to Sperryville, Va.
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Thornton Gap Entrance Station Details
The Thorton Gap Entrance Station serves as a northern entrance to the park -- perfect for visitors coming from the Washington, D.C. area. Just north of US 211 along Skyline Drive, at mile marker 31.5, this station has only pay booths and ranger's quarters, no restrooms.
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Nearby Parks Around Thornton Gap Entrance Station
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Thornton Gap Entrance Station
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1.7 mi away
Mary's Rock
Two trails lead to the bare summit of Mary's Rock, a 3,514-foot peak that's the eighth highest point in the park.
2.9 mi away
Pinnacles Overlook
The Pinnacles Overlook is positioned where Skyline Drive crosses paths with the Appalachian Trail.
4.6 mi away
Little Stony Man Cliffs
A short hike from Skyline Drive to the cliffs of Little Stony Man.
5.3 mi away
Elkwallow
The Elkwallow picnic area is open year-round, but the service area closes during the winter.
5.6 mi away
Stony Man Nature Trail
Earn spectacular views on this short hike to the park's second highest peak, Stony Man Mountain.
