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CENTRAL VIRGINIA

bear church rock trail
Graves Mill, VA
Solitude and Summit! You like a summit that makes you shout! This trail is well maintained and marked and perfect for a full day outing. 
bearfence Mtn SNP
SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK
You are new to rock scrambles. This is a good place to play around and work up a sweat. Combo this hike with a few others nearby for a fun day.
Big Schloss Hike
WOODSTOCK, VA
A nature gushing day trippin’ hike to a perch view of the WVA – VA borders. The rock outcrop perch is photo and lunch worthy…. Enjoy the view!
Blackrock Summit SNP
SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK
A hike with a rocky playground and darn good views of the valley. Kid and Pet Friendly.
Blue Ridge Tunnel Hike
Waynesboro, VA
Ready for a unique trail experience? the tunnel trail is family , pet and headlamp friendly.
Bootens Gap SNP
SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK
This 9.4 mile beast of the back country takes you on a fun terrain ride through ridges, boulder fields and lung burners all to make this amazing view! 
Bucks Hollow SNP
Sperryville, VA
A hamstring burner, bucks hollow will make you work for it. the plus side is waterfalls, skyline drive and a wonderous forest setting. 
Chimney rock SNP
SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK
A fun family friendly trail with a nestled feel amongst dense forest leading to a outcrop summit view
Chimney rock SNP
SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK
A dynamic trail with geological history and a worthy summit view.
Chimney rock SNP
EDINBURG, VIRGINIA
A short beauty tucked within the Massanutten Range sure to delight with a four overlook summit.
dark hollow falls SNP
SPERRYVILLE
An 8.5 mile gradual ascent , yes they do exist. find big trees, serenity and a big summit view on this less crowded trail
dark hollow falls SNP
SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK
Two of the parks most beautiful waterfalls on a single trail. life is good!
Duncan knob
LURAY, VA
Short, distance banger leads to a Class III rock scramble summit.
Emerald Pond GWF
NEW MARKET, VA
A tough 8 miler of pine groves, ridgelines all leading to this mountain fed spring
Fridley Gap GWF
KEEZELTOWN, VA
A ridgeline rambler, a swimming hole, small waterfalls and a quad burning back half... sounds interesting right?. 
Fridley Gap GWF
SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK
Ready for three unique summits all in one hike? This day hike is sure to please all of your senses.
Hawksbill Mountain SNP
SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK
​A 2.1 mile family and pet friendly straight shot to Byrds Nest Summit view. One of the best in the SNP!
Hawksbill Mountain SNP
SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK
A great day hike to soak in dense forest, waterfalls and oh its secret... a few caves!
hightop mountain SNP
SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK
​A great day hike in the South District. Be ready for 3.1 mile ascent to a pop out summit view! 
hightop mountain SNP
NEW MARKET, VA
A short but gritty trail with a mix of surprises to a nestled view all to your own.
Little Schloss GWF
LURAY, Va
A fun five miler leading to a robust 270 degree view of the luray valley, SNP and Shenandoah river!
Little Schloss GWF
MAUTERTOWN, VA
A robust forest hike with a few water crossings that lead to a bountiful valley view
Little Schloss GWF
SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK
At 81 ft., this waterfall is a 2.2 miler worth the tough gritty walk back. 
Little Schloss GWF
SPERRYVILLE, VA
An adventurous hike within a gorge alongside a series of waterfalls. how about that? yes it is amazing.
Marys Rock SNP
EDINBURG, VA
A short range hike through beautiful forest canopy,  to a less crowded rock scramble summit makes this a true catch.
Marys Rock SNP
SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK
A short range hike through beautiful forest canopy,  with a less crowded ascent make this summit a true catch.
MILLERS HEAD SNP
SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK
A family friendly leg stretcher in the heart of SNP with a bountiful view.
Mount Marshall SNP
SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK
A SNP backcountry classic with all the fixin's of the area. From water features, historic sites, big trees this trail just about has it all.
Mount Marshall SNP
SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK
A SNP backcountry big mileage hike taking you through lush forest, to multiple rock outcrops and a dabble on the at.
North Mountain
ORKNEY SPRINGS, VA
A SNP backcountry big mileage hike taking you through lush forest, to multiple rock outcrops and a dabble on the at.
Old Rag Mountain SNP
SPERRYVILLE, VA
A Virginia Classic that has faux Summits, miles of Rock Scrambles and oh what a view. The cream of the crop for hikes.
Overall Run Falls SNP
SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK
Ready for a classic SNP trail filled with forest canopy, big bountiful views and the parks tallest waterfall, of course you are
Robertson Mtn SNP
SYRIA, VA
A tough & punishing 9 miler with serenity, mile wide views and waterfalls!  This will make you wonder why old rags neighbor has been so quiet 
Stony man SNP
SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK
Short and sweet, good for kids and a great payout view. Great hike to pair with a few others for a quality day in the park.
Strickler Knob hike
Luray, VA
A nice go to in the GW National Forest. This boasts a rock scramble and a big time summit view. 
Strickler Knob hike
SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK
A family friendly 5 miler with big trees, babbling brooks and pocket summit views.
Tibbet Knob Hike
WOODSTOCK, VA
A 3.2 mile fiesty adventure that will bring rock scrambles, a ramble aongst forest fern and a bask worth summit view.
White Oak Canyon
SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK
THORNTON GAP ENTRANCE
A fun day hike sprinkled alongside waterfalls, streams and boulders.
Turk Mtn SNP
SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK
A light affair for two miles to a rocky summit, this hike is family friendly
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  • Home
  • Articles
    • Experiences >
      • Dark Sky Parks
      • Destinations >
        • Bluemont, VA
        • Delaplane, VA
        • Fayetteville, WV
        • Grayson Highlands, VA
        • Natural Bridge, VA
        • Sperryville, VA
        • Strasburg VA
      • Hike & Brew Pairings
      • Hike & Food Pairings
      • Hikers Streaming Guide
      • Must visit spaces & places in Virginia
      • Winter Hiking
    • Health & Safety >
      • Hikers First Aid Kit Essentials
      • Hikers Safety Guide
      • How to plan for a hike
      • Ticks
      • Trail Food Guide
      • Trail Training >
        • Work Up : OLD RAG
        • Work Up : Mount Rogers
        • Work Up : Mount Marshall
    • Hike Lists >
      • Beginner Trails
      • Family on the trail >
        • Family Friendly Trails
        • Parents Guide to Family Hiking
        • Six Hikes for 5 and under
        • Top Kids Trails Shenandoah National Park
        • Ultimate Kids Trail Guide
      • Top Rated >
        • Bucket List Hikes
        • Hidden Gems Shenandoah National Park
        • Summer Blockbuster Trails
        • Top Day Hikes Shenandoah National Park
        • Top Spring Hiking Trails
        • Top Summit Hikes not in a national park
        • Top Swimming Holes
        • Waterfall Hikes
      • Romantic Hikes
      • Short but tough hikes
      • Toughest Virginia Hikes
      • Northern Virginia Trails for Dogs
      • Virginia Fall Hikes
    • Gear Guide >
      • Beginner Hikers Must Haves
      • Bicycles 101
      • Gear Reviews >
        • Exo Spikes
        • Nike Juniper Trail
        • Relive App
      • Layering
      • Trail Shoe Guide
      • Trail Sock Guide
  • Trail Finder
    • Maryland Trail Finder
    • Northern Virginia Trail Finder
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    • Central Virginia >
      • Bear Church Rock
      • Big Scloss
      • Blue Ridge Tunnel
      • Copernicus Ridge
      • Duncan Knob
      • Emerald Pond
      • Fridley Gap Trail
      • Hidden Rocks
      • Jawbone Gap Overlook
      • Kennedy Peak
      • Kepler Overlook
      • Little Schloss
      • North Mountain
      • Strickler Knob
      • Tibbet Knob
      • Veach Gap
      • Yoda Overlook
    • Southern Virginia >
      • Barneys Wall
      • Bear Creek Lake Loop
      • Big House Mountain
      • Bottoms Creek Gorge Preserve
      • Buffalo Mountain Preserve
      • Cedar Cliffs
      • Cascade Falls
      • Cole Mountain
      • Crabtree Falls
      • Devils Marbleyard
      • Dragons Tooth
      • Elliot Knob
      • Fortunes Cove
      • Hay Rock
      • High Bridge Trail
      • Humpback Rock
      • McaFee Knob
      • Mount Pleasant
      • Mount Rogers
      • Paul's Creek Trail
      • Rock Castle Gorge
      • Sharp Top
      • Stiles Falls
      • St. Marys Wilderness
      • The Channels
      • The Priest
      • The Triple Crown
      • Tinker Cliffs
    • Trail Ratings
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