High Knob Fire Tower: Hike to Scenic 360-Degree Views Near Harrisonburg, Virginia
There are only a few standing fire towers left in Virginia, including High Knob Fire Tower. Even better, a short
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Hikes with Views
Hay Rock Hike: An Appalachian Trail Hike at Carvins Cove Natural Reserve Near Roanoke, Virginia
The Hay Rock hike at Carvins Cove Natural Reserve near Roanoke, Virginia had been on my must-do list for quite
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Mount Rogers: Hike the Appalachian Trail to Virginia’s Highpoint
There are more than a few people who aspire to reach the highpoint of every U.S. state, which includes Mount
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Dickey Knob Trail: A Summit Hike in the Raccoon Branch Wilderness Near Sugar Grove, Virginia
A stop at the Raccoon Branch Campground near Sugar Grove, Virginia allows for a 4.8-mile out-and-back hike that includes the
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Tinker Cliffs: Hike the Andy Layne Trail to Epic Views in Catawba, Virginia
I recently hiked Tinker Cliffs in Catawba, Virginia for the second time. It’s still my favorite hike of the three
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McAfee Knob: A Spectacular Bucket List Hike on the Appalachian Trail Near Roanoke, Virginia
The scenic McAfee Knob hike is among the most popular hikes in Virginia. In fact, AllTrails ranks this bucket list
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Chestnut Knob Shelter: An Appalachian Trail Hike Near Burke’s Garden, Virginia
There are 62 Appalachian Trail shelters in Virginia, including the Chestnut Knob Shelter near Burke’s Garden in Southwest Virginia. This
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House Mountain: A Big Hike to Very Big Views Near Lexington, Virginia
Not long ago, I hiked and lived to tell about House Mountain near Lexington. I honestly believe this hike tops
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Terrapin Mountain: Hike to Cascading Falls & Scenic Views in Big Island, Virginia
There’s no question, Terrapin Mountain in Big Island, Virginia is a challenging hike. It’s also a hike that wows with
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Bear Church Rock: Hike to Big Views, Cascading Rivers & a Log Cabin at Shenandoah National Park
I love hikes that are more than just a waterfall hike or a hike to big views. You know, hikes
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