Lyndhurst, Virginia
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Top Hiking Spots in and near Lyndhurst
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Lovingston, Virginia
Fortune's Cove Via Yellow Trail
3.05.02 mi / 1486 ft gainFortune's Cove via Yellow Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Lovingston, Virginia.Read more -
Appalachian Trail, Virginia
Blackrock Summit, Shenandoah NP
4.71.11 mi / 253 ft gainThere are two route options, both are under 2 miles and are suitable for hikers of all experience levels. The shortest option, a 1-mile circuit, follows the Appalachian Trail from the Blackrock Summit parking area, which is just north of mile marker 85 on Skyline Drive. With only 175-feet of ele...Read more -
Crozet, Virginia
Hike to Jones Run Waterfall
4.02 mi / 800 ft gainThis little known waterfall is located close to the more popular waterfall, Doyles River Falls. Staring at the Jones Run parking area turn left downhill following the blue blazed Jones Run trail. After 1.7 miles you will reach the main waterfall. You can either stay here and enjoy the waterfall o...Read more -
Montebello, Virginia
Hike to Wigwam Falls
2.7The Yankee Horse Ridge Parking Area is located at milepost 34.4 on the Blue Ridge Parkway. From the parking area, follow the rock steps to the railroad tracks and turn right. Follow the tracks the stream and turn left. Proceed on the path to the bridge in front of the 30 ft. waterfall.Read more -
North Garden, Virginia
Wilkins Way Loop
4.33 mi / 640 ft gainWilkins Way Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near North Garden, Virginia.Read more -
North Garden, Virginia
Explore Walnut Creek Park
4.2Just 25 minutes outside of Charlottesville, this is a great spot to take the family for the day and get some sunshine. If you are into mountain biking, you're in the right place. There are 13 miles of mountain bike trails that circle the lake. At the end of your ride, there are 2 beaches to stre...Read more -
Crozet, Virginia
Hike to Doyles Falls
4.93.2 mi / 1190 ft gainFrom the parking lot at MP 81.1 on the Skyline Drive, take the trailhead to the left of the sign with the trail map. Immediately you'll cross over the Appalachian Trail-stay straight on the blue-blazed trail to Doyles Falls. The trail will descend rapidly for 1.3 miles to Upper Doyles Falls (28' ...Read more -
Free Union, Virginia
Hike Frazier Discovery Trail
5.01.3 mi / 950 ft gainThere are two ways to the summit: the first is a 1.3 mile loop that starts at the Loft Mountain Wayside parking lot at mile marker 79.5 off of Skyline Drive in the southern district of Shenandoah National Park. The second way is a 3.7 mile hike out and back from the Loft Mountain Campground, but...Read more -
Amherst, Virginia
Mount Pleasant Loop
4.65.98 mi / 1427 ft gainFrom the Mount Pleasant Parking Area, take the blue blazed Pompey Mountain Trail that is just beyond the horse gate. As it's a loop, you can start at either entrance, but I prefer heading left to get the longer leg of the hike before the summit (always better to have an easy journey down in the a...Read more -
Vesuvius, Virginia
Cole Mountain Loop
4.85.89 mi / 1280 ft gainThe large open meadow at the summit of Cole Mountain is a unique and breathtaking experience that is worth the 5.8 mile hike. Cole Mountain is frequently referred to as Cold Mountain, but the official name listed by the United States Geological Survey is the former. This hike is in the George W...Read more -
Elkton, Virginia
Rocky Mount Trail Loop
3.29.58 mi / 2200 ft gainThe 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...Read more -
Charlottesville, Virginia
Hang Out At Riverview Park
4.5Riverview park has tons of options for getting outside around Charlottesville, VA. Part of the Rivanna Trail runs through here, so if you are really ambitious, this trail goes around the entire city. There are paved trails right along the river, so you can choose your activity. Running, biking, a...Read more -
Rockbridge Baths, Virginia
Fly Fish Goshen Pass
5.0The fly fishing on the Maury River is one of a kind through the Goshen Pass. The Pass is littered with huge boulders, which actually makes it possible to fish without waders, although it's much easier and more enjoyable with waders.From Lexington, VA, take Route 39 towards Goshen for approximatel...Read more -
Goshen, Virginia
Hike Goshen Pass
4.35.6 mi / 1200 ft gainThe parking for the trailhead is down an unmarked gravel/dirt road about 1.5 miles upriver from the Virginia Wayside rest area on Route 39 West. You'll see the swing bridge out across the river and the road will be immediately after this on your right. The road goes back about 200 yards to the pa...Read more -
Amherst, Virginia
Swim at Panther Falls
5.00.7 mi / -100 ft gainFrom Lexington or Buena Vista, Virginia, take Rt. 60 east for several miles. As soon as you pass under the Blue Ridge Parkway, look for a gravel road on your right marked Panther Falls Road. This is a fairly bumpy gravel road, so take it easy. Follow Panther Falls Road down the mountain for just ...Read more -
Massanutten, Virginia
Kaylor's Knob Trail
4.03.56 mi / 381 ft gainKaylor'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...Read more