Jawbone Overlook: A Short, Steep Hike Leads to Far-Reaching Views in Luray
I recently completed three hikes back-to-back, all with trailheads on Crisman Hollow Road near Luray, including Kerns Mountain, Duncan Knob
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Hikes with Views
Mount Pleasant: A Spectacular Loop Hike in Amherst County, Virginia
The 6.5-mile Mount Pleasant hike near Buena Vista in Amherst County is a loop that can be done as a
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Hike to a Scenic Overlook Near Kerns Mountain in New Market
At last, Crisman Hollow Road near New Market and Luray has finally re-opened. This 8-mile gravel stretch was closed for
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Cole Mountain: A Breathtaking Hike with Wide-Open Views Near Buena Vista, Virginia
The Cole Mountain hike is a 6.3-mile loop hike in the George Washington National Forest that starts east of Buena
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Tuscarora Trail: Enjoy Scenic Views Across the South Fork Shenandoah River
I hate to say this, but I am not a huge fan of the Tuscarora Trail. I wish I knew
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Ragged Mountain Natural Area: A Stunning Reservoir Hike in Charlottesville, Virginia
A couple of weeks ago, the length of Skyline Drive was closed. In winter months, this scenic byway seems to
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Difficult Run: An Impossibly Perfect Hike to Great Falls in Northern Virginia
Recently, I hiked from the parking lot at Difficult Run in Stream Valley Park to the overlooks at Great Falls
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Buzzard Rock Trail: A 6-Mile Hike with Commanding Views Near Front Royal, Virginia
Not long ago, I hiked to Buzzard Rock near Front Royal. It was a beautiful 2.9-mile out-and-back hike on the aptly
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High Rocks: Two Scenic Trails to the Top in Wytheville
Earlier this month, I motored along I-81 all the way to Wytheville for a few days of exploring hiking trails
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Buffalo Mountain: An Easy Hike to 360-Degree Views in Floyd County
I was eager to hike what I thought was the Buffalo Mountain Trail in Floyd County on a recent exploration
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