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Rockbridge Co, VA - Devil's marbleyard



An early start gave us a good parking spot and a sunny start on the Belfast Trailhead leading up past the Devil's Marbleyard and on to the Appalachian Trail. Note: though not a busy as some AT trail accesses, parking runs out quickly.



Rockbridge Co, VA - Devil's marbleyard



With the current Camp Powhatan in our backyard, we were surprised to trek past the OG Camp Powhatan from the 1920's.



Rockbridge Co, VA - Devil's marbleyard



Slowly being reclaimed by the forest, the foundations of the original Camp Powhatan from the 1920's can still be seen.



Rockbridge Co, VA - Devil's marbleyard



The forecast for the day was amazing. Although the middle of January, it was only hoodie weather.



Rockbridge Co, VA - Devil's marbleyard



Any guesses as to where the "trail" is in this picture?



Rockbridge Co, VA - Devil's marbleyard



A strenuous hike for the "Old Goat" patrol (adult scouters) but a rewarding view.



ROCKBRIDGE CO, VA - DEVIL's marbleyard



One wonders... what did it take to leave these boulders all tumbled and broken like this?



ROCKBRIDGE CO, VA - DEVIL's marbleyard



Scrambling over the boulders was a fun challenge for those who dared it. A windswept pine beckoned to those ascending the jumble of crevasses and broken rock.



ROCKBRIDGE CO, VA - DEVIL's marbleyard



Pro-tip: Don't drop your water bottle in a boulder field. A Scout is Clean in the Outdoors... a long stick and this recon photo led to a successful recovery.


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