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    • Cabins, West Virginia

      Hike to Chimney Rock in the Monongahela National Forest

      4.7
      4.85 mi / 1319 ft gain
      Chimney Rock (also referred to as Chimney Top) is a hidden gem in the Monongahela National Forest that offers some of the best views in the state of West Virginia.  There are several trail options that pass this overlook, including a 24 mile point-to-point backpack of the North Fork Mountain Trai...
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    • Cabins, West Virginia

      North Fork Mountain Trail & Chimney Top

      5.0
      22.84 mi / 4390 ft gain
      One of my favorite hikes in West Virginia, since the whole ridge is full of views.  Backpacking the North Fork Mountain Trail is about 24.7 miles in total and a challenging hike but with relentless views. In my opinion, the best West Virginia has to offer. Summertime backpacking the whole the NF...
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    • Massanutten, Virginia

      Kaylor's Knob Trail

      4.0
      3.56 mi / 381 ft gain
      Kaylor's Knob Trail in Massanutten, Virginia is a moderately challenging hiking trail that spans approximately 3.56 miles. The trail is marked by a steady incline, making it a suitable choice for intermediate hikers. The trailhead is easily accessible, located near the Massanutten Resort. The tr...
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    • Stanley, Virginia

      Three Falls Hike

      8.3 mi / 2200 ft gain
      The Three Falls Hike in Shenandoah National Park will take you past three beautiful waterfalls all found within the central district of the park: Lewis Spring Falls, Dark Hollow Falls, and Rose River Falls. You are able to start the loop from any of the waterfalls’ trailheads, but I prefer to sta...
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    • Rileyville, Virginia

      Backpack Jeremy's Run Trail, Shenandoah NP

      3.3
      10 mi
      This hike is best done as a two-day, one-night backpacking trip, however it can be done as a day hike if you don't wish to backpack.Jeremy’s Run is a beautifully forested 10 mile roundtrip hike with numerous stream-crossing. The trailhead starts at the Elkwallow Picnic area, at about mile 24 of S...
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    • Stanley, Virginia

      Camp at Big Meadows, Shenandoah National Park

      4.4
      Visiting Shenandoah National Park for the first time can be quite overwhelming. The 109 mile long Skyline Drive, combined with over 500 miles of hiking trails, makes camping is a necessity if you truly want to experience Shenandoah.From the Appalachian thru-hiker to the RV'er, Big Meadows is perf...
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    • Luray, Virginia

      White Oak Canyon to Upper Falls

      4.8
      4.28 mi / 866 ft gain
      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...
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    • Luray, Virginia

      White Oak Trail to Lower Falls

      5.0
      6.68 mi / 1982 ft gain
      The round trip is a total of 6.7 miles (10.8 km) from the Skyline Drive parking lot to the Whiteoak Canyon Trailhead parking lot (mile 42.6) to the final waterfall of the lower three. The elevation is moderate with a 900-foot drop to the upper falls, but an additional 1,100 feet to the lower fall...
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    • Luray, Virginia

      Stony Man Trail, Shenandoah National Park

      4.5
      1.47 mi / 279 ft gain
      This short, easy hike will take you to some of the best views in Shenandoah National Park. As an added bonus, it’s perfect for catching the sunset without a long walk back to your car in the dark. If you’re looking to increase the level of difficulty, there is an alternate, moderate trail option ...
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    • Luray, Virginia

      Little Stony Man, Shenandoah National Park

      4.7
      1.23 mi / 433 ft gain
      The parking lot for the trail is right before mile 40 on Skyline drive in Shenandoah National Park. The entire out and back is only .9 miles, so it's the perfect hike to take in a sunset after a long day, take a break from driving, or just pick a hike that is family and dog friendly as Stoney Ma...
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    • Bentonville, Virginia

      Hike the Shenandoah River State Park Loop

      5.0
      8 mi / 650 ft gain
      Shenandoah River State Park is located in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley.  The park is full of well-maintained trails great for hiking and mountain biking.  The trails both parallel the banks of the river as it snakes through the Shenandoah Valley and through the rolling hills, which provides...
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    • Stanley, Virginia

      Photograph Spilter Knoll Overlook

      5.0
      The Spitler Knoll is one of 72 overlooks for people to enjoy as they travel through Shenandoah National Park along Skyline Drive.  Skyline Drive is the road that winds through the heart of Shenandoah National Park, starting at Front Royal in the north and ending at Rockfish Gap in the south. This...
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    • Luray, Virginia

      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).  There is little-to-no elevation change and the pat...
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    • Luray, Virginia

      Hike Robertson Mountain in Shenandoah NP

      6 mi / 1200 ft gain
      Robertson Mountain is often overshadowed by the nearby Old Rag Mountain, but standing 5 feet taller than Old Rag, this hike offers seclusion and gorgeous views to the south.  Starting from the Limberlost Trailhead parking lot at MP 43 on the Skyline Drive, take the chained off Old Rag Fire Road. ...
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    • Stanley, Virginia

      Hike the Rose River Falls to Dark Hollow Falls Loop

      5.0
      4 mi / 950 ft gain
      Parking at the trailhead is a few miles north of Big Meadows at the Fisher's Gap Overlook parking area. You will find much more solitude along this loop trail than if you were to park at the Dark Hollow Falls trailhead as the Dark Hollow Falls is much more popular. That makes being able to fin...
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    • Stanley, Virginia

      Backpack Rose River Loop

      5.0
      4 mi / 900 ft gain
      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...
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