Jenn Gonzalez
I live the crazy life of a full time working, suburban mom of two. It can get stressful. The times I can get out into nature settle me. That moment, when you're standing among the mountains with only the sounds of nature, are the very best stress reliever.
Hike to Honeymoon Falls at Pine Mountain State Resort Park
4.0
3 mi
/ 270 ft gain
The trail to Honeymoon Falls is located in Pine Mountain State Resort Park in Pineville, Kentucky. To reach the trail park in the parking lot in front of the park lodge. Walk towards the lodge and you'll see signs pointing you in the direction of...
Hike from Riverbend Regional Park to Great Falls National Park
5.0
2.5 mi
/ 75 ft gain
This hike utilizes the Potomac Heritage Trail from Riverbend Park to Great Falls National Park. This section is an easy, mostly flat trail that will take you along the Potomac until you reach Great Falls National Park.
When you reach Riverbend Par...
Hike Cool Spring Path
4.0
2 mi
/ 70 ft gain
The Cool Spring Path South is an old golf course that has been and still is in the process of being returned to its natural state by Shenandoah University. The paved paths from the golf course make this an easy hike for anyone. For those who may b...
Hike the Red Rock Wilderness Overlook Loop
5.0
1.2 mi
/ 100 ft gain
Red Rock Wilderness Overlook provides 60+ acres of trails to explore right in Leesburg, Virginia. The site is home to some ruins and buildings from the late 1800's and is a wonderful spot for picnics, hiking, trail running, and geocaching.The pref...
Hike Limberlost Trail in Shenandoah National Park
5.0
1.3 mi
/ 114 ft gain
The Limberlost Trail is a loop trail within Shenandoah National Park. It is classified as 'accessible' as the trail is flat and has features that would help those in a wheelchair or with other needs access the trail (boardwalk, bridge, benches). ...
Visit Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens
4.5
1.5 mi
The Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens are a unique spot in Washington, D.C. The grounds are full of ponds, boardwalks, and a trail that connects you to the Anacostia River Trail. The main draw of this park are the ponds full of lotus flowers. During the ...
Hike to Historical Rapidan Camp in Shenandoah National Park
5.0
4.5 mi
/ 890 ft gain
For this hike park at the Milam Gap parking lot located at mile 52.8 on Skyline Drive. Once parked you will cross Skyline Drive to reach the trail. Hikers will follow the blue blazes along the trail and creek. After you have crossed the creek twi...
Hike to White Oak Falls in West Virginia
1.5 mi
/ 75 ft gain
This is a wonderfully easy hike to White Oak Falls. After visiting Bush Creek Falls, keep walking down the trail. You'll enter the Bush Creek Nature Preserve area.
If you visit after heavy rains, please note that your feet will get wet. There are ...
Hike at Turkey Run Park, McLean
4.0
2 mi
/ 200 ft gain
Turkey Run Park is available to hikers year-around and is located just off of George Washington Parkway in McLean, Virginia. The exits are clearly marked and you simply drive to parking lot C-1 to start this hike.Turkey Run has numerous trail opti...
Hike Difficult Run in Great Falls
4.5
3 mi
/ 350 ft gain
Difficult Run is a popular hiking location right down the street from Great Falls National Park. Starting at the Difficult Run parking lot you head to the trail at the far end of the lot. The trail will split. The green blazes will take you to the...
Hike to the Summit of Mt. Robertson in Shenandoah NP
9 mi
/ 2500 ft gain
This hike is one of the lesser known hikes in Shenandoah. While everyone else is headed to Old Rag, hikers will find themselves on a peaceful hike to the summit of Mt. Robertson.
Hikers should park in the Old Rag Parking lot and make sure to pay t...
Explore Point Lookout State Park
4.5
0.5 mi
Point Lookout State Park is at the southern most tip of the joining of the Chesapeake Bay and the Potomac River in St. Mary's County, Maryland. The park offers many activities such as fishing, canoeing, boat launch, camping and lounging at the bea...
Hike to Hollow Brook Falls
4.0
2 mi
/ 300 ft gain
This hike will start on the Appalachian Trail and will take you to a beautiful set of falls. When you arrive at the location you will see numerous spots along the side of the road to park. You'll need to look for the white blaze for the Appalachi...
Explore Burke Lake in Fairfax
4.5
4.7 mi
/ 0 ft gain
Burke Lake Park has something for everyone. Whether you enjoy trail running, hiking, fishing, canoeing, Frisbee golf, or just having a picnic with your family, you can do it all at Burke Lake. Those who want to be active or exercise can run, hike ...
Explore Potomac Wayside Park
4.0
0.25 mi
/ 75 ft gain
This is a small park along route 340 in Purcellville, Virginia near Harper's Ferry. After you have parked, look for the park sign which will be a few feet behind you. There is a trail that will take you down to the bottom of the waterfall and even...
Hike the Historical Phillips Farm in Waterford
4.0
1 mi
/ 10 ft gain
This leisurely hike starts at the Old Mill at Waterford in Waterford, Virginia. You can find parking along the side of the road right near the mill. As you walk down and past the mill you'll see a fence and the beginning of the trail. This is a s...
Hike to Hazel Falls in Shenandoah National Park
5.0
5.2 mi
/ 100 ft gain
The trail to Hazel Falls may not be the most "wow" trail in Shenandoah but it is well worth it to reach the beautiful gorge where Hazel River falls over big boulders. You should park at the Meadow Spring parking lot at mile 33 on Skyline Drive. Y...
Hike to Naked Creek Falls
3.0
1 mi
/ 1000 ft gain
Please note that there is no trail leading to these falls. This hike is for advanced hikers.Park your car at Naked Creek Overlook in Shenandoah National Park and walk through the field staying to the left. As you start to enter the woods you will...
Hike the Lake Trail Loop at Hungry Mother SP
6 mi
/ 800 ft gain
Hungry Mother State Park is located in the picturesque Blue Ridge Mountains in Southern Virginia. Located inside the state park is the Lake Trail Loop that winds itself around the man-made reservoir and the park. Hikers can access the trail in num...
Explore Honeymoon Island State Park
Arriving at Honeymoon Island State Park you'll immediately feel more relaxed. One moment you're driving through Dunedin and the next you're amidst the sand and grass and palm trees of this lovely park. You can choose any of the parking lots but i...
Trailrun the Algonkian Nature Preserve
In order to reach the Algonkian Nature Preserve you must park at the Potomak Lakes Sportsplex. There is various parking around all of the fields but it is recommended that you find a spot close to the soccer fields and playground. Next to the play...
Hiking Hawksbill Mountain
2.9 mi
/ 738 ft gain
There are a few different ways to reach the summit. I chose to park in the Upper Hawksbill Parking lot. At the trailhead you can start on the Lower Hawksbill Trail that will give you a steep climb to the summit. I decided to start to the right on ...
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