Old Rag Mountain
| Old Rag Mountain | |
|---|---|
Old Rag Mountain | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 3,284 ft (1,001 m) |
| Prominence | 1,355 ft (413 m) |
| Coordinates | 38°33′06.6″N 78°18′52.3″W / 38.551833°N 78.314528°W |
| Geography | |
| Location | Madison County, Virginia, U.S. |
| Parent range | Blue Ridge Mountains |
| Topo map | USGS Old Rag Mountain |
| Geology | |
| Rock age | Precambrian |
| Mountain type | Granite |
| Climbing | |
| Easiest route | Hike |
Old Rag Mountain is a 3,284 feet (1,001 m) mountain near Sperryville in Madison County, Virginia. A part of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the peak is located within Shenandoah National Park and is the most popular hiking destination within the park.
In contrast to most mountains of the Blue Ridge, Old Rag has an exposed (rocky) summit.