Marys Rock is a short spur off the AT near Thornton Gap where Rt 211 crosses the skyline Drive. It was a hot morning to hike. Climbing steadily from the Skyline Drive to reach the AT was a huff and puff. Once on the AT, the hike was a more moderate one, running along the ridge of the Blue Ridge.
I passed several rock outcrops wondering if they were "the rock" but without a well worn path and limited space, I knew I had to find a bigger place. I heard it is a popular spot and can be occupied by a crowd. Finally, there was a small sign along the AT indicating I was close. Then everything opened up into a big area with a large rock and many spots to sit. There was a lone thru hiker there, thumbing his phone. The view to the west was New Market and Luray and the Shenadoah Valley spreading out to Mt Massanutten. To the north was Thornton Gap and the northern section of the Skyline Drive.
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