Big Schloss, Mountain summit in Ridge-and-Valley Appalachians, West Virginia.
Big Schloss rises to 2,964 feet in elevation, featuring white sandstone outcrops that extend along the Virginia and West Virginia border within George Washington National Forest.
The Potomac Appalachian Trail Club has maintained the network of trails leading to Big Schloss since its establishment, ensuring continued access for generations of hikers.
German settlers named this geological formation 'Big Schloss', meaning castle in German, due to its resemblance to medieval fortifications atop the mountain.
Visitors can reach the summit via the Mill Mountain Trail from Wolf Gap Recreation Area, following a moderately challenging path through dense forest terrain.
The summit includes a wooden bridge that connects to an exposed rock outcropping, providing views of both Trout Run Valley and Little Schloss Mountain.
Location: West Virginia
Part of: Ridge-and-Valley Appalachians
GPS coordinates: 38.94141,-78.66599
Latest update: March 17, 2025 20:09
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