Guides
This trail runs from beautiful Mount Vernon, George Washington's home, to the stunning monuments of Washington D.C.
You will not believe how scenic some portions of this trail are. Whether you visit during spring, summer, winter, or fall, you'll see some gorgeous riverfront scenery and enjoy some unique and interesting stops along the way. Fortunately this trail is fairly easy to do out and back in one day, especially if you spend some recuperation time at Mount...
Uncrowded, tons of buildings to explore, and yes a Civil War Trail too!
Chapman's mill and small office building located right next door, follow the fence by the parking lot along the railroad tracks to them, indicated as points 2,5 on this guide. Chapman's mill is pretty amazing, still lots of gears and things to see inside, a small river nearby. Starting on the trail, do it clockwise so you can get the uphill portion...
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...
Ruins, waterfalls, deers + much more!
Come explore the Pyrite mine ruins! ..and catch some terrific waterfalls, wildlife, and a good hike. Not for hiking? Put on the bathing suite and bring an innertube and float away on the river (nice and slow). The trail is approximately 8 miles, it is rated moderate for the length. The trail starts out with small steep sections, and plenty...
Solitude along with some settler houses
Settler house ruins and solitude make for a great day! This hike is located right off of I-66, west of Gainesville. starting the hike, grab a trail map from the board in the parking lot, there are some extra trails that you can add onto your hike making it longer. The first part of the hike is strenuous as you have to climb over the 1st ridge...
Gold mine ruins, sawmill well + plenty of quiet!
Go panning for gold! This hike explores the Goodwin Gold Mine back in the 1800's which was one of many in the area! There are also Sawmill ruins and other things to explore here. The trail starts out on the flat Mill pond trail and takes us to a feeder of the large lake in the area, at this location was the site of Haileys mill (which was destroyed...
Solitude, and great remote picnic area!
Solitude, and a nice remote lunch spot! Thanks to the local Girlscouts for the work they have done in this nature area! This trail has tons of unique plants, a very diverse ecosystem with plenty of animals to see. Starting on an open field, the hike goes through the openness passing some small BLM-owned buildings. To the right of the 1st intersection...
Walk along the beach, watch for Eagles!
Walk along the beach while spotting for Eagles! Many beautiful birds in this national wildlife refuge make it a great hike. This hike covers 3 trails and is done in a loop configuration. With an easy 2.3 mile length, and flatness--it is an easy hike to complete. There is a shelter at point 6 in case you bring a packed lunch--with a view. It...
Day hike on the trails of the Bull Run Mountains State Natural Area.
Very clearly marked trails by posts with colors and numbers. Views of the Chapman Mill Ruins, Home and Dawson's Cemetary. There is also historical significance of the area. Chapman's Mill was built in 1742 by Jonathan and Nathaniel Chapman, a father/son partnership from an enterprising, well-connected colonial family. enlarged in 1758, the mill...
Great history walk along the banks, ruins
a great history hike with tons of ruins and artifacts! this flat, easy trail goes along the banks of the Shenandoah river and a railway as you visit the water ductworks of a once active mill site. Interpretive signs show pictures of the day. There are other loops to make this trail longer. Civil war reenactments are often nearby in the park. This...
Great waterfall, ruins, and campsites on summit
Great hike along part of the AT, with a sidetrail to a very unique waterfall and ruins!! This hike takes you along part of the AT to the summit of Buzzard Hill. Along the way you'll experience a stream crossing, 2 ridge climbs, a very unique water fall with lots of interesting features, and the ruins of a cabin. The hike is loaded with 3 possible...
small civil war fort, cannons, and home ruins!
A small civil war fort and era homes with lineage to the famous Robert E Lee! This fort participated in the civil war, getting shots off at a passing gun boat. The hike starts at the amphitheatre, where an old hunt club had a two story building (ruins) and various learning events are currently held. Continuing on to the fort, we find cannon...
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...
Mrs. duPont's fantastic gift to the Audubon society!
This hike is on the Virginia Peninsula Audubon hiking bundle, one of three hikes. This area is seldom visited, as it is mostly farmlands. However there are tons of antique shops, farm shops, pick your own fruit places, fishing villages and much more to see here! Mrs. duPont established this preserve early on for birding as part of the Audubon...
Second Battle of Bull Run
The Second Battle of Bull Run or Second Manassas was fought August 28–30, 1862, as part of the American Civil War. It was the culmination of an offensive campaign waged by Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee's Army of Northern Virginia against Union Maj. Gen. John Pope's Army of Virginia, and a battle of much larger scale and numbers than the First Battle...
One of three Audubon quality hikes on the bay
This area of Virginia is comprised of mostly farmlands and thus it is not a big tourist destination. Being on the bay, it offers marshy areas with some very seldom visited trails, unique farm shops, fishing villages, antique shops, and other such attractions--when you want to truly getaway from it all! This is the 2nd of 3 hikes in the Virginia...
First Battle of Bull Run
This was the first major land battle of the armies in Virginia. On July 16, 1861, the untried Union army under Brig. Gen. Irvin McDowell marched from Washington against the Confederate army, which was drawn up behind Bull Run beyond Centreville. On the 21st, McDowell crossed at Sudley Ford and attacked the Confederate left flank on Matthews Hill. Fighting...
11+ mile trail near Shelors Mill, Virginia (at the top of the trail. Woolwine, VA (at the Bottom of the trail)
Rock Castle Gorge Loop is about 12.5 miles long and located near Shelors Mill, Virginia. The trail is great for hiking and normally takes a full day. Quite possibly one of my favorite Virginia hikes. This hike is very strenuous, since most of the hike when done clockwise gains in elevation. This hike began at the top of the Blue Ridge Parkway...
An easy stroll through a historically significant, lush, wooded trail.
This easy hike takes has several routes to make the trip as long or short as you want. There's picnic tables and even a fenced dog park along the way. Smithfield is home to Smithfield Farms which is in the shameful business of slaughtering pigs. After your hike, drive down the road to the Isle of Wight. There's a real working stockade and a hanging...
Appalachian Trail Across Maryland Series #1 of 9 – Harpers Ferry to Weverton Cliff 10.3 Miles/Moderate
This is number ONE of a series of 9 hikes that the Mountain Club of Maryland has created. Together, these nine hikes traverse the entire Appalachian Trail in the state of Maryland. This out-and-back hike travels north along the C & O Canal from Harpers Ferry, with the lunch spot overlooking the Potomac at Weverton Cliff. The terrain includes two steep...
Wonderfully scenic trail at Great Falls Park, Virginia.
This figure-8 hike encompassed the narrow, rocky River Trail south from the Great Falls Visitor Center, and looped around. Lunch was held at the Riverbend Park Visitor’s center with comfortable deck seating and full view of the Potomac. The Terrain is mostly flat, and some rolling hills. One small rock scramble on the River Trail, as well as two to...
Nice flat loop around lovely Burke Lake. This is a mixed use trail for walkers, hikers, runners and bicyclists. The trail runs from concrete to gravel to dirt and is well maintained.
