"Follow the rocky ridge of Middle Mountain to reach the dramatic prominence of Strickler Knob and its commanding view southward. When you’re ready to begin, look north across VA 211 from the trailhead parking lot. You should be able to spot a gate barring access to a grassy forest road and a white blaze in the shape of a lowercase i, almost like an information icon. You’ll see this distinctive blaze along trails in the Massanuttens. These particular white blazes mark Massanutten Connector Trail as it heads north to rendezvous with orange-blazed Massanutten Trail. At first, Massanutten Connector Trail follows a grassy old road grade, but after 1.1 miles, it leaves this road on the left and becomes more of a footpath. When there are few or no leaves on the trees, you should be able to look ahead and make out the distinctive shape of Strickler Knob on your right. To your left is the ridgeline of Waterfall Mountain." Read more