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Greenstone Overlook - elev. 3000' (Milepost 9.0)

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Overlook Description

This overlook is placed on an outcrop of Catoctin Greenstone, a rock formed from a geologically ancient lava flow that inundated vast areas in Maryland and Northern Virginia. It is the most prevalent rock type over the first 19 miles of the Parkway. The rock type is recognizable by its deep-sea color. On the left of the view from the overlook is Big Levels, part of the 30,000-acre Big Levels Game Refuge. Below to the right is the village of Stewart's Draft, home of conservationist Justus Cline. A short self-guiding trail loops from the overlook and extends through much forest and plant life.
 

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Nearby Places To Stay:

Days Inn Waynesboro
2060 Rosser Avenue/i-64
Waynesboro, VA  22980
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Days Inn Mint Springs Staunton
372 Whitehill Road
Staunton, VA  24401
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Super 8 Motel Staunton
1015 Richmond Road
Staunton, VA  24401-4905
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Courtyard Univ Medical Center
1201 West Main Street
Charlottesville, VA  22903
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Quality Inn Staunton
96 Baker Lane
Staunton, VA  24401
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Sleep Inn Staunton
222 Jefferson Hwy
Staunton, VA  24401
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Overlook description text adapted from selected works by Menasha Ridge Press.

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