TOP 30 Trail blazing experience in Virginia

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Open Arms at the Edge of Town Hostel & Inn is a welcoming lodging facility located on 1260 East Main Street in Luray, Virginia. The 1940's Cape Cod building greets guests with open arms, offering a unique entrance adorned with Shenandoah River rock and curved staircases. Whether you are in town for hiking, biking, running, or exploring local attractions, our shared space community provides a comfortable environment to meet new people and make friends. Our pet-friendly hostel welcomes well-behaved dogs, including hiker-dogs who can even enjoy a shower with provided shampoo. Perfect for Appalachian Trail hikers, bicyclists, and other visitors to Luray, our hostel offers a cozy place to rest, shower, and connect with fellow outdoor enthusiasts. Guests can cook in the kitchen or walk to nearby restaurants for a meal.

Lost Mountain is a hidden gem located in Upperville, Virginia, United States. This park and tourist attraction is part of the Sky Meadows Farms, offering a unique equestrian experience on the eastern side of VA17. However, what many visitors may not realize is that this area of the park is also accessible to hikers, with over 7 miles of trails that wind through ponds, fields, and offer stunning views from Lost Mountain. The park hosts a variety of events, from astronomy nights to hikes and campouts, ensuring there is something for everyone to enjoy. Upon entering the park, visitors can stop at the kiosk to pay a small entrance fee and park in the designated area in front of the barns. The trails are not blazed, but each intersection is well marked with trail sign posts. One popular 5.2-mile double loop hike takes hikers through fields, streams, and up the ridge of Lost Mountain, offering breathtaking views along the way.

Conway Robinson State Forest is a 440-acre woodland oasis located in Gainesville, Virginia, United States. This state forest serves as a key tourist attraction and park, offering a blend of mature and immature hardwoods, pine plantations, prehistoric and historic sites, rare plants, and beautiful wildflowers. Managed by the Virginia Department of Forestry, the forest focuses on scientific forest management, research, wildlife habitat, watershed protection, and outdoor recreation. Visitors to Conway Robinson State Forest can enjoy hiking, biking, horseback riding, and wildlife watching. The forest is home to several intermittent and perennial streams, as well as ancient oak trees dating back to the site's earliest settlement. The property also features a rock outcrop overlooking Little Bull Run, providing a glimpse into Native American history.