For a more summit-focused hike, head south on the Big Pinnacle Trail to two of Virginia’s highest peaks: Big Pinnacle and ...

Mills Kelly did not set out to write a book about the Appalachian Trail’s former path through ... traversing Carroll and Grayson counties before it got to Damascus in Washington County.

Travelers in search of charming downtown areas, outdoor recreation, and sweeping vistas should set their sights on these ...

Meet Lisa Benish, the educator introducting rural Virginia students to nature at the Blue Ridge Discovery Center.

Conservationists from Georgia to Maine spent this week strategizing in Roanoke about how to preserve the natural environment that gives the Appalachian Trail its world-renowned outdoor appeal.

The U.S. Postal Service will unveil a new Appalachian Trail Forever Stamp on Friday, April 25. According to a community announcement, the dedication will take place at 11 a.m. at Washington ...

Now, let’s talk trails, because Grayson Highlands offers some of the most rewarding hiking in the entire state. The park serves as a gateway to the Appalachian Trail, which means you can dip your toe ...

For hikers, Grayson Highlands offers a buffet of trails ranging from easy strolls suitable for families to challenging treks that will satisfy the most ambitious peak-baggers. The park serves as a ...

Hiking the Appalachian Trail through the Blue Ridge Mountains takes people through thick forests and across grassy mountaintop balds. This year it also includes a short boat ride. Floodwaters from ...

Grayson Highlands doesn’t provide horses for riding ... Planning a long trip? You can access both the Appalachian Trail and the Virginia Highlands Horse Trail from this area. This Alabama Trail Has ...

From Grayson Highlands State Park, hike the highest mountain in Virginia, Mount Rogers. It requires a 3.5-mile trek along the Appalachian Trail, so it is a popular area that can get crowded at times.