Route 250 Shenandoah Mountain Crossing
US-250 westbound out of Staunton is one of Virginia's greatest hidden motorcycle roads, climbing and descending three massive Appalachian ridges: Shenandoah Mountain, Bullpasture Mountain, and Jack Mountain, before reaching Highland County (Virginia's 'Little Switzerland'). The ascent up Shenandoah Mountain features dramatic 180-degree switchbacks carved into shale cliffs with long straightaways plunging into tight downhill hairpins. Spectacular autumn colors and zero urban sprawl make this a pure rider's road.
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Dramatic 19th-century mountain water gap where the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers roar together through towering slate cliffs. A timeless historic enclave filled with Civil War lore, John Brown's fort, and red-brick armory buildings nestled in the shadow of Maryland Heights.
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How many curves and miles is Route 250 Shenandoah Mountain Crossing? ▼
Route 250 Shenandoah Mountain Crossing spans 42 miles and packs approximately 210 curves (5.0 curves per mile) with an elevation delta of 1,400 ft - 4,200 ft and technical rating 8.0/10.
Where are the start and end coordinates? ▼
The route starts at Churchville / Staunton, VA (Latitude 38.2329, Longitude -79.1606) and finishes at Monterey ('Little Switzerland of VA') (Latitude 38.4118, Longitude -79.5817).
How can I download the GPX file for GPS navigation? ▼
Click the "Download Free GPX" button on this guide. The standard XML file is 100% free and ready to load into Garmin zūmo, BMW Motorrad Connected, Rever, Scenic, or Google Maps.