State Guide

Explore Virginia Outdoors

Virginia offers 1774 trails, 93 parks, and 1300 campgrounds worth planning a trip around. The trail mix runs 520 easy, 514 moderate, 284 difficult, and 114 expert-rated, so the state holds something for casual walkers and seasoned alpinists alike. Routes range from under a mile to 1,069 miles, with the toughest climbs gaining 122680 feet. Public lands worth knowing here include Shenandoah National Park, LBJ Memorial Grove on the Potomac, and Prince William Forest Park. Among the trails hikers return to: Mid Atlantic Backcountry Discovery Route, Appalachian National Scenic Trail, and Camp Powhatan Trails.