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Public LandU.S. Forest Service

Straight Branch Iron Mountain Shelter

Salem, Virginia · 1,942 ft

Aerial view · USGS / USDA NAIP · Public domain · source

At a glance

3 of 8 facts known · Forest Service data, checked Oct 3, 2026

Price per night
FreeForest Service data, checked Oct 3, 2026
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Elevation
1,942 ft592 m
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Land
Jefferson National Forest

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About

This trail is a pretty steady incline up until you arrive at Straight Branch Shelter. There is a stream near by. Follow the blue blaze trail directly in front of the shelter down the hill. The privy has been torn down. There is also an old fire pit and picnic table.

Fees: No fees are required for this site

From USFS INFRA Recreation Sites · Edit

Cell service

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Cell service at Straight Branch Iron Mountain Shelter: FCC map Dec 2025

Weather

National Weather Service

  • WedSunny84°64°
  • ThuChance Rain Showers, 47% chance of rain74°62°
  • FriSunny, 14% chance of rain81°43°
  • SatMostly Sunny, 3% chance of rain56°34°
  • SunSunny59°37°

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Dispersed camping nearby

Free dispersed camping within 19 mi, on public land.

Location and contact

37.38416, -80.18422
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Managed by
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Nearest town
Salem

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