by Rain Smith | May 10, 2021 | Hiking, Horseback Riding
Hiking, bird watching, photography, horseback riding. This lesser-known trail originates in a small Duffield neighborhood. The hiking trail travels uphill through Powell Mountain and ends at Kane Gap. Surrounded by hardwood forests, this several-mile trail...
by Pam Cox | Mar 1, 2019 | Biking, Cabins, Camping, Campsites, Caving, Hiking, State Parks
For stunning views, trails, camping, and outdoor family fun, visit Natural Tunnel State Park in Scott County, Virginia! Overlook the 10-story gorge and ride a chair lift to the bottom, where you can stand at the mouth of the 850-foot, naturally carved tunnel while...
by Pam Cox | Dec 28, 2018 | Camping, Fishing, Hiking
Bark Camp Recreation Area is situated on a 45 acre lake that is regularly stocked with rainbow trout, largemouth bass, several sunfish species and channel catfish. Check the DGIF website for the stock schedule. The trailhead is closed during the winter...
by Pam Cox | Dec 28, 2018 | Hiking
Bear Rock Trail — This short but stunning hike gives you sweeping views across Little Stony Creek Gorge. Highlights: stunning views, hawks and other raptors Length: 0.5 miles (round trip) Difficulty: easy to moderate Trailhead: To reach the Bear Rock...
by Pam Cox | Dec 28, 2018 | Hiking
Chief Benge Scout Trail (CBST) is a good overnight backpacking opportunity or hike a section. Things to see and enjoy vary from High Knob overlook, cold mountain lakes, following streams in deep gorges, and Little Stony plunge waterfall. How to get there There are...
by Pam Cox | Dec 28, 2018 | Hiking
Highlights: rhododendron-lined creek, fossils, natural swimming hole, overnight possibilities Length: 7.2 miles round trip (optional 1.8 additional miles (or more) up one way) Difficulty: difficult Trailhead: From Ft. Blackmore, head north on Rte 619, turning left at...
by Pam Cox | Dec 28, 2018 | Biking, Hiking
The Guest River Gorge Trail meanders along 300-million-year-old sandstone cliffs that plunge 400 feet to the pristine waters below. The deep gorge was created as the Guest River, now designated as a state scenic river, tunneled through Stone Mountain on its way toward...
by Pam Cox | Dec 28, 2018 | Hiking
If you’re looking for an easy trip, the Little Stony National Recreation Trail in Jefferson National Forest is the perfect alternative to the nearby Devils Fork Loop Trail. Devils Fork Loop is gorgeous, but it includes a strenuous and often wet climb. Little...
by Pam Cox | Mar 2, 2014 | Hiking
Highlights: 24 foot high waterfall, scenic views of deep gorges, lush cove hardwood forest. Length: six miles round trip, three miles to the falls. Difficulty: Moderate Directions to Trailhead: Take Route 72 north out of Dungannon toward...
