Lyndhurst
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Rockfish Gap to Dripping Rock and Humpback Mountain via Appalachian Trail
Afton, Virginia
16.44 mi
/ 3340 ft gain
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.
Humpback Rocks and Dobbie Mountain
Afton, Virginia
6.74 mi
/ 1634 ft gain
Humpback Rocks and Dobbie Mountain is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Nellysford, Virginia.
Humpback Rocks
Afton, Virginia
4.5
1.73 mi
/ 833 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 somewhat of a tradition for students from the University of Virginia to hike up here for sunrise, but to live like a local, take a picnic and a beer from o...
Dobie Mountain via Appalachian Trail
Afton, Virginia
5.92 mi
/ 1329 ft gain
Dobie Mountain via Appalachian Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Nellysford, Virginia.
Albright Loop via the Appalachian Trail
Afton, Virginia
3.57 mi
/ 594 ft gain
Albright Loop via the Appalachian Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Nellysford, Virginia.
Humpback Mountain and the Rocks via Appalachian Trail
Lyndhurst, Virginia
5.95 mi
/ 1122 ft gain
Humpback Mountain and the Rocks via Appalachian Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Nellysford, Virginia.
Explore Ravens Roost Overlook
Lyndhurst, Virginia
4.6
This cozy little overlook is very simple to get to. If you are coming from I 64, after taking exit 99 towards Shenandoah National Park, turn right onto the Blue Ridge Parkway when the exit comes to a "T-stop". From there, it's 10 miles down the Parkway on your right. You will see a clearly marked sign for Ravens Roost Overlook. There is plenty of parking, a few picnic benches, and lots of spot...
Hike to Shamokin Falls
Lyndhurst, Virginia
4.3
2.2 mi
/ 950 ft gain
Starting from the Dripping Rock Parking area at MP 10 on the Blue Ridge Parkway, head north on the white blazed Appalachian Trail (trail leading into woods from parking lot- don't cross the road). In about 20 steps the trail splits- go right. In another 20 steps or so the trail splits again but this time it's harder to catch. You'll see a make-shift campground, this is where you'll need to stop...
Dripping Rock South via Appalachian Trail
Roseland, Virginia
2.24 mi
/ 364 ft gain
Dripping Rock South via Appalachian Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Nellysford, Virginia.
Places to stay
Lyndhurst, Virginia
Sherando Lake Group Camp
Overview
Sherando Lake Group Camp is a part of the Sherando Lake Recreation Area and is popular with family groups, Boy and Girl Scouts, ...
Lyndhurst, Virginia
Sherando Lake Group Picnic Shelter
Overview
Sherando Lake Group Picnic Shelter, also known as the Williams Branch Group Picnic Shelter is a part of the Sherando Lake Recrea...
Lyndhurst, Virginia
Sherando Lake Recreation Area Family Camping
Overview
Sherando Lake Recreation Area's Family Campground provides an ideal camping destination. It is situated in the Blue Ridge Mounta...
Staunton, Virginia
Skipping Rock
Come visit the breathtaking views of the Shenandoah Valley. Enjoy this quaint camping site located on Middle River in Staunton, Virginia....
From $120 / night
Grottoes, Virginia
Dundo Group Campground
Overview
Dundo Group Campground is a beautiful campground located at milepost 83.7 along the Skyline Drive with the Appalachian Trail pas...
Mount Solon, Virginia
Honeysuckle Hideaway
Come visit the breathtaking views of the Shenandoah Valley. Enjoy this quaint campsite located on Middle River in Staunton, Virginia. Th...
From $120 / night
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