The Best Backpacking in Harrisonburg

Fridley Gap Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Elkton, Virginia.

Brown Rocky Mountain Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Dyke, Virginia.

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 trailhead. Immediately climb a wooded knoll before headin...

Loft Mountain Campground via Jones Run Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Crozet, Virginia.

George Washington North River Gorge Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Mount Solon, Virginia.

The trail leads along the ridge of Jones Mountain to the gorgeous views at Bear Church Rock, and it's the perfect hike for those seeking solitude - didn't see another soul the entire time on a holiday weekend.From the parking lot, head out left on the AT northbound. In .4 miles you will come to a...

Moormans River Overnight Loop via Appalachian Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Grottoes, Virginia.

The trail can be found on Skyline Drive.  Though it is a little challenging to locate, you should park at  Fisher’s Gap Overlook (mile marker 49.4), and then walk over across the road and find the trail. You'll spot it by looking over the side of the road and then hiking down.  The Rose River Loo...

Beagle Gap to Blackrock Gap is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Crozet, Virginia.

Rose River and Rapidan Road Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Syria, Virginia.

Between mile 42 and 43 of Skyline Drive in Shenandoah National Park is the trailhead for WhiteOak Canyon. Begin at the trailhead from the parking lot and cross the Limberlost Trail in .3 miles. Continue on and you will cross your first footbridge shortly. After another mile you will cross the s...

Cedar Run, White Oak, Old Rag, Weakley Hollow and Nicholson Hollow Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Syria, Virginia.

Rockfish Gap to Dripping Rock and Humpback Mountain via Appalachian Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Afton, Virginia.

Elliott Knob Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Craigsville, Virginia.

Park for free at Wolf Gap Campground and cross the road where you will pass some picnic tables and campsites.  Follow the signs to the the yellow blazed Tibbet Knob trail.  In half a mile, there is a little path to a summit on your left where you can catch a glimpse of Mill Mountain and Big Schlo...

This hike is short, but steep and very rocky.  Park your car at the Wolf Gap Recreation Area (no fee). For a longer hike, head around the campground loop and find the trailhead for the Mill Mountain road, and hike up to Big Schloss (this will add 4 miles total to your day).  **Note: There is no...