Virginia
Find local adventures, unique places to stay, and local adventure tours in Virginia. Discover local hiking, biking, camping, backpacking and more.
Top Adventures in Virginia
Hike McAfee Knob
4.7
8.8 mi
/ 1740 ft gain
From the parking lot on RT311: Cross the road and pick up the white blazed AT headed north. In about .4 miles you will reach an information kiosk where you will continue on the AT. About half way through the hike you will pass Johns Spring Shelte...
Backpack Rocky Mount Trail in Shenandoah National Park
3.2
9.8 mi
/ 2200 ft gain
The trail begin 0.1 miles north of Two Mile Run Overlook at milepost 76.2 on Skyline Drive. You can park at this overlook for the night, just make sure you fill out a (free) wilderness permit and walk the short way on Skyline Drive to the trailhea...
Hike Humpback Rocks
4.5
2 mi
/ 800 ft gain
This little hike is one of the most popular in the area, and for good reason! It's a short and steep one mile to the top, but the views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and Shenandoah National Park to the east, are some of the best around. It's somew...
Hike Old Rag Mountain
4.7
9 mi
/ 2510 ft gain
Be prepared to deal with crowds, especially on the rock scrambles, which tend to cause a bottle neck. I would recommend starting out early, around 6 or 7 am to avoid the crowds. Definitely arrive no later than 9:30am, as the parking lot fills up q...
Hike to Spy Rock via Cash Hollow
4.9
5.7 mi
/ 1207 ft gain
The hike is part of the George Washington National Forest, and can easily be combined with nearby Crabtree Falls (300ft cascading waterfall with a hike to the top). The entire trip is 5.7 miles, and there are nice campsites at the base of the summ...
Hike the Devil's Bathtub
5.0
3.2 mi
/ 250 ft gain
The Devil’s Bathtub is a deep pool of blue-green water known for being a great swimming hole and a beautiful natural feature. This hike is a 3.2 mile out and back hike with 250 feet elevation gain. There are at least 15 stream crossings, so extre...
Hike to Bearfence Mountain
4.8
1.2 mi
/ 380 ft gain
This is one of my favorite hikes in Shenandoah National Park for its views, easy access to the trail, and the option to combine it with a much further hike on the AT. There is also a really fun little rock scramble at the top that scares a lot of ...
Explore Falling Spring Falls in the Alleghany Highlands
4.1
Just nine miles north of I-64, this viewpoint is not one to be missed if you’re in the area. According to the information post at the overlook, “The site was once visited by [Thomas] Jefferson to survey the falls and he mentions it in his manuscr...
Virginia camping, hotels, and more
1946 Laurel Valley Road
Grindstone
Overview
Grindstone Campground is tucked in the Fairwood Valley among pastures and wooded hillsides. The surrounding Mount Rogers Nationa...
Damascus, Virginia
Beartree
Overview
Beartree offers a relaxing, family-friendly atmosphere and a variety of recreational activities. Located in the Mount Rogers Nat...
Covington, Virginia
Bolar Mountain Recreation Area
Overview
Bolar Mountain Recreation Area is a great destination for visitors looking for a fun getaway on Lake Moomaw. The area provides p...
West Point, Virginia
Cozy Cottage At Grateful Meadows Sanctuary
The cottage sleeps two adults and a companion animal comfortably. A sanctuary tour and a plant-based breakfast are included with your sta...
From $137.50/night