The most common entry point Damascus. Visitors plan to drive to Damascus to begin their day. Spend the night and walk to the shop to take the shuttle to the beginning of the trail, MM 0 in Abingdon, and ride through the open farmlands and valleys, a 17-mile ride back into Damascus.

We will shuttle you up to the town of Abingdon (2087') enjoy the ride to Alvarado (1900') and your journey will end back in Damascus (1952').

Yes, there are vault toilets at the trailhead at Abingdon and also Alvarado. There are numerous breakfast, lunch, and dinner choices in Damascus.

Our shuttles depart for the Abingdon trailhead (the Valley ride) every hour from 10am-1pm Monday thru Thursday and 9am-1pm Friday thru Sunday (earlier and later with prior reservations). Our shuttles depart from our Adventure Damascus Bicycles & Sundog Outfitter location (331 Douglas Drive). Plan to arrive 20-30 minutes prior to your shuttle departure for check-in and bike fitting. Call us to book a shuttle (and bike rental) reservation 276-475-6262 or 888-595-2453 ext. 1. We are open for Creeper Trail bike rentals and shuttles all year round. For off season shuttle schedule (Nov-March) just give us a call.

Crushed limestone and cinders left over from the train days. Firm in most places on the Whitetop to Damascus end, some rocky places on the Abingdon to Damascus end.

Not necessarily. We recommend packing a snack or lunch with you to enjoy a pit stop at the halfway point from Abingdon to Damascus at the old Alvarado train station. It's not a race! You are welcome to take your time, and as many breaks as you need, on your way back to town. Most folks take around 2.5 to 3 hours at a leisurely pace.

They are highly recommended! They keep your brains safe. A helmet is provided with each rental bike (be sure to pick one up before you leave the store).

Typically, this route is open to dual-direction traffic at grades averaging 1%.

Umm, maybe you better not be out on the trail by yourself...Buddy system!!!

We ask that you arrive 20-30 minutes prior to your reservation time unless told otherwise by our reservation specialists. The shuttle will leave at the designated time.

Yes it is.

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Well...considering 34 is longer than 17...

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The trail travels 34 miles from Whitetop Station downhill through Damascus (the halfway point) and back up to Abingdon. Currently, only the 17 mile section from Damascus to Abingdon is open due to the effects of Hurricane Helene.

The downhill section between Whitetop Station and our shop in Damascus is 17 miles. Unfortunately, this section of the VCT is closed due to the effects of Hurricane Helene. Currently, only the 17-mile section from Damascus to Abingdon is open.

From 2 1/2 to 3 hours depending on how leisurely you want to be about it. We suggest that you take your time because there are many beautiful places to stop and "take it all in".

The most popular "Combo Package" (bike rental/shuttle) is $39.99. You can bring your own bike and get the Shuttle Only to Abingdon for $24.99. There are special rates for Kids 12 and under, military, groups of 12 (or more must pay as a group to receive discount).

74 degrees and sunny (Ok, not really... We recommend check AccuWeather and specifically looking at the inch level of rain-- not the percentage chance for rain)

10am to 4pm Monday thru Thursday. 9am to 6pm Friday thru Sunday. Off season (Nov-March) hours will differ. Call us toll free for hours and for reservations 276-475-6262 or 888-595-2453.

Not on the upper section. You are in a gorge and in the middle of the forest most of the time. Thank goodness we don't have cell towers out there! They sometimes work on the Abingdon to Damascus section depending on your carrier. Damascus has service provided by Verizon. AT&T only works in Abingdon and does not work along the rest of the trail (can you hear me now?).  Wi-Fi is available at Hellbender's Cafe in Taylors Valley.

Camping along the trail is fine as long as it's not on private property. The US Forest Service/Mt Rogers National Recreation Area also maintains some nice campgrounds. Look at them at USDA Forest Service.

Try this lodging link or this one to find other places to stay while you're visiting the Damascus and Abingdon area.

Outdoor recreation galore as well as many cultural activities can be had in our region. Follow this link for more Creeper Trail Information and this link for area activities like Heartwood or Barter Theater information, Hard Rock Casino, Bristol Motor Speedway, country and bluegrass music and much more. A better plan would be to call us and let us help you plan your adventure.

We can help you better when you call 888-595-2453. (ext. 1 - reservation line, ext. 2 - address & hours, ext. 3 - Adventure Damascus & Sundog Outfitter store, ext. 4 - Damascus Outfitters store)