Saunders A.T. Shelter
Damascus, Virginia · 3,343 ft · In Appalachian National Scenic Trail
Aerial view · USGS / USDA NAIP · Public domain · source
At a glance
3 of 8 facts known · Forest Service data, checked Oct 3, 2026
- Elevation
- 3,343 ft (1,019 m)3,343 ft1,019 m
- Land
- Jefferson National Forest
U.S. Forest Service
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About
This is an Appalachain Trail shelter.
Fees: No fees are required for this site
From USFS INFRA Recreation Sites · Edit
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Cell service at Saunders A.T. Shelter: FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- WedSunny, 1% chance of rain78°61°
- ThuMostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers, 18% chance of rain79°62°
- FriRain Showers Likely, 72% chance of rain71°38°
- SatMostly Sunny, 5% chance of rain52°33°
- SunSunny60°37°
Nearby camping
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Beartree Campground - Group Sites
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3 more within 25 mi
Dispersed camping nearby
Free dispersed camping within 19 mi, on public land.
- 13 mi
Scales
Troutdale, VA · On U.S. Forest Service land · Jefferson National Forest
- 13 mi
Camp site
Troutdale, VA · On U.S. Forest Service land · Jefferson National Forest
- 14 mi
Camp site
Troutdale, VA · On U.S. Forest Service land · Jefferson National Forest
- 14 mi
Camp site
Troutdale, VA · On U.S. Forest Service land · Jefferson National Forest
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