Nicholson Hollow Trail

Nicholson Hollow Trail is a moderately strenuous trail that explores a more remote area of Shenandoah National Park. Hikers hoping to access this trail can find it off of Skyline Drive between Stoney Man Overlook and Corbin Cabin Cutoff Trail. Parking is available off the road here.

The trail is an eight mile hike with an elevation gain of 1,240 feet. Hikers will need to cross several streams in order to complete the trail. Stream crossing should only be attempted when water is at a low flow. Hikers can enjoy wading and, in some places swimming, in the rivers. Swimmers and waders should be cautious and check for safety before entering the water. The rivers Nicholson Hollow Trail follows make for beautiful views, including a couple of small cascading waterfalls. The trail is surrounded by trees throughout the hike, making the majority of the hike well shaded. The secluded nature of this trail and length of hike make this a great challenge for avid hikers.

Nicholson Hollow Trail is one of the main trails that passes Corbin Cabin, an old abandoned resident cabin. This cabin makes for a beautiful photo opportunity and resting location.

Hikers should be respectful of this trail by keeping it clean. Towards the end of the trail it crosses into private property. Hiker should be respectful of the owners of this land by staying on the trail.