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Cool Springs Overlook – Fort Mountain West Overlook loop from Fort Mountain State Park

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Cool Springs Overlook – Fort Mountain West Overlook loop from Fort Mountain State Park

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Cool Springs Overlook – Fort Mountain West Overlook loop from Fort Mountain State Park

01:17

4.31km

130m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: April 2, 2026

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Fort Mountain State Park

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547 m

Gahuti Mountain Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

The Gahuti Trail travels around the edge of the park (8 miles), passing just below the summits of both Conhutta and Fort Mountains. The trail is both beautiful and challenging in all seasons.

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661 m

Cool Springs Overlook offers sweeping views of undulating hills and distant mountain ranges. Nestled in the scenic landscape, the overlook provides a serene vantage point, showcasing the beauty of rolling hills and the majestic peaks that grace the horizon. It's a captivating and picturesque sight for those who venture to this Virginia vantage point.

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1.96 km

Fort Mountain - Fire Tower

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A unique fire tower with a mix of timber and stone construction, Fort Mountain Fire Tower was damaged--ironically--by a fire itself in the 1970s before being rebuilt to match its original 1930s design.

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2.18 km

Fort Mountain West Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful sunsets can be observed here. But watch out for the bears 🐻

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2.86 km

Stone Wall Trailhead, Fort Mountain State Park

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It is best to move through the forest so loudly that the bear knows you are coming. He doesn't like surprises any more than you would like to be surprised by a bear yourself

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4.31 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.38 km

603 m

323 m

Surfaces

3.39 km

603 m

125 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (850 m)

Lowest point (760 m)

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Cool Springs Overlook – Fort Mountain West Overlook loop from Fort Mountain State Park

Gahuti Mountain Trailhead