Guides
Join Rob and Ann Simpson as you explore the natural and cultural history of the park. Learn more at www.NaturePods.com
Dark Hollow Falls is one of the closest scenic falls to the Skyline Drive in Shenandoah National Park. Naturalists and photographers Ann and Rob Simpson join NaturePods and EveryTrail to share their love of the natural and cultural history of this very special area. Learn about the CCC, black bears, wildflowers, and enjoy the falls as President...
Waterfalls galore at Shenandoah National Park
This is a great hike located in shenadoah NP, not too far from Old Rag. If you've done Old Rag you can probably do this one too. Its about 8 miles for this loop and a bit more strenuous than Old Rag (more stair stepping). There are two parking lots that intersect this trail, one on skyline drive south of big meadows, and one that needs to be accessed...
Shenandoah National Park 9 mile hike up to the summit of Old Rag Mountain, including a 1-2 mile boulder scramble
This is a very challenging 9-mile hike. Do not attempt this hike unless you are fully prepared. Do not attempt this hike if it is icy or rainy and stay within your group. Shenandoah Park Emergency Number (800-732-0911) In the event of an emergency, please note the closest number on a blue marker to provide to the emergency responders. Beginning...
Trips
I was in Virginia recently, and looking for a hike to do. I did some research before going, and found that this is one of the essential hikes in the Southeast. There was a fair amount of scrambling near the summit, which made it fun, but it was a little cloudy. All in all, totally worth the trip.Later in the year, the leaves will be brilliant colors.
We were supposed to hike Stoney Mountain a little south of here but I screwed up on the directions and got Stoney Mountain mixed up with Stoney Man. Rather then burn another hour or so going to Stoney Mountain we decided to hike Stoney Man. We made it a little longer by using some of the AT. The hike was a little crowded but the views were well worth it. At the...
This is a short, but steep trail leading to some beautiful 80+ foot waterfalls.
Northern Virginia Hiking Clubhttp://www.nvhc.com/OLD RAGSaturday, October 09, 2010Hike Leader: Mano Malayanur This is perhaps the most famous and spectacular hike in the area. Nine miles with about 2,200 feet of elevation gain. Steep trail with lots of rock scrambling and boulder hopping near the summit.Old Rag Mountain is underlain by Old Rag Granite, named for its ubiquitous exposure on the mountain, formed during the Grenville Orogeny about a billion years ago. Approximately...
Strickler knob has some of the best views of all the hikes I've been on. A challenging rock scramble to the top with some really cool ridge hiking along the way.
Lots of waterfalls and swimming holes here.
Hike to Rapidan Camp, Shenandoah National Park
Shenandoah National Park, Virginia, United States
Hiking | 2.5 miles
Hiking | 2.5 miles
Here is our hike down the Mill Prong trail, from Skyline Drive to the Rapidan Camp in Shenandoah National Park.
Lewis Falls with The Mid-Atlantic Hiking Group (Template)
Big Meadows, Virginia, United States
Hiking | 2.6 miles
Hiking | 2.6 miles
This is the “template” used by the leadership team for the Mid-Atlantic Hiking Group (MAHG), an 11,000+ member hiking group in the Mid-Atlantic area within the US. However, please feel free to use it because we post them here publically for anyone interested to use. Any suggestions you might have on how to improve what we have created, please share so it can be as helpful to the hiking community at large...
Quick, beautiful hike off of Skyline Drive.
My second loop on this trail - the hard way. Up Cedar Run and down Whiteoak. The falls were beautiful and the weather wasn't bad untill about 2/3's the way through the hike. All hikes should end with a swim in cold spring water!
It was a cold day with intermittent rain and snow showers, but it was a
great day to hike White Oak Canyon and Cedar Run. The original plan was
to hike Bear Church Rock, but we could not see the mountain summits through the
clouds and decided on a hike that did not depend on better weather.
The trail snakes its way up to the first of six major waterfalls fairly
quickly. Waterfall #1 (about 60 feet...
Shenandoah National Park - Hawksbill via Lower Hawksbill Trail
Skyland, Virginia, United States
Hiking | 1.6 miles
Hiking | 1.6 miles
This is the highest point in the Shenandoah National Park. Since I was in the area after a 21 mile backpacking trip, I thought I would knock this summit off the list. But to make it easier I shed the backpack. My dad accompanied me up this short, but steep trail to the top. Excellent views of the park from the top. There is also a day use shelter.
Old Rag - Ridge and Saddle Trails and Weakley Hollow Road
Nethers, Virginia, United States
Hiking | 6.2 miles
Hiking | 6.2 miles
In my opinion, one of the best hikes in Virginia. There is a bunch of fun rock scrambling near the top and some gorgeous views!!!
I had an early start to the trail since the weather was
going to deteriorate as the day went along.
I arrived at the trailhead around 8:15 and prepared to make the four
mile climb. I was the only one there and
I figured that the impending weather would keep the trail pretty desolate. I left the parking area and headed along the
Rapidan River Trail for a half a mile.
The trail was nearly flat and offered...
