Colon Hollow Shelter
Buchanan, Virginia · 1,161 ft
Aerial view · USGS / USDA NAIP · Public domain · source
At a glance
3 of 8 facts known · Forest Service data, checked Oct 3, 2026
- Elevation
- 1,161 ft (354 m)1,161 ft354 m
- Land
- Jefferson National Forest
U.S. Forest Service
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About
This is a former Appalachian Trail Shelter which has been moved to the vicinity of North Creek Campground / Jennings Creek area. Walk ~200 yards behind a closed gate to access the camping area.
Fees: No fees are required for this site
From USFS INFRA Recreation Sites · Edit
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- T-MobileNo coverage on FCC map
Cell service at Colon Hollow Shelter: FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- WedSunny, 1% chance of rain84°65°
- ThuChance Rain Showers, 48% chance of rain71°62°
- FriSunny, 5% chance of rain81°47°
- SatSunny, 3% chance of rain57°37°
- SunSunny59°40°
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