Buzzard Rock: An Appalachian Trail Hike to Wide-Open Grassy Balds in Southwest Virginia
Many people are familiar with the Buzzard Rock near Front Royal. This hike along the Buzzard Rock Trail wows with
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Hikes with Views
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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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 in Mouth of Wilson
At an elevation of 5,730 feet, Mount Rogers is the highest point in Virginia. This sought-after peak can be reached
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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
Tinker Cliffs is one segment of Virginia’s Triple Crown. This hike follows the Andy Layne Trail and Appalachian Trail to
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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
The 10.7-mile hike to the top of Big House Mountain and Little House Mountain near Lexington is (for me) among
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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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