What to wear and bring Sufficient food and liquid for a day's outing in a day pack or fanny pack with individual First Aid articles, a whistle, and extra clothing according to the season. Liability Hikers are responsible for their own safety and must assume risks and liability for all outings. Club leaders, officers, and representatives shall not be liable for any injuries, loss or damage to persons or property, direct or consequential, arising out of any trips or related activities. The view from the lookout tower atop Kennedy Peak is so magnificent that it is pictured on the cover of PATC s Massanutten guidebook. But you can experience the vista for yourself on today s late-winter gem.
Long hikers reach the tower via an unusual routing.
From Route 678 in Fort Valley, they ll ascend to the Massanutten Mountain East Trail and follow it southbound along the ridgetop, over numerous small peaks, before taking a sidetrail to the tower. Hike ends with a descent to Camp Roosevelt. The short hike makes a round trip to Kennedy Peak from Camp Roosevelt. All hikers will start at Camp Roosevelt and reach the Knob via the Duncan Hollow and Gap Creek Trails. Ambitious souls then can scramble up lichen-covered boulders to the top for a sweeping view.