Mount Jefferson – Leander McCormick Observatory loop from Barterbrook
Mount Jefferson – Leander McCormick Observatory loop from Barterbrook
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Mount Jefferson – Leander McCormick Observatory loop from Barterbrook
02:14
20.7km
260m
Running
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: September 9, 2026
Waypoints
Start point
Parking
4.18 km
Rivanna Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
Tip by
13.1 km
Mount Jefferson
Highlight • Summit
At the top, you will find Leander McCormick Observatory.
Tip by
13.2 km
Leander McCormick Observatory
Highlight • Monument
Mount …
Tip by
20.7 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
12.7 km
4.43 km
1.45 km
986 m
527 m
378 m
216 m
Surfaces
12.6 km
3.94 km
2.49 km
941 m
524 m
174 m
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