Appalachian Trail
The Appalachian Trail
Virginia's Appalachian Trail is home to 544 miles of the Appalachian Trial, more miles than any 
other state! And 101 of those miles lie in beautiful Shenandoah National Park and parallels beautiful Skyline Drive.
The AT here is well-maintained and has gentle grades, making it a most enjoyable trek for hikers of all ages and abilities!
The most remote and less-traveled portion of the AT is at the southern Virginia region. By the time you reach Damascus — known as Trail Town USA — you'll be ready for civilization again!
Virginia's Central Portion of the Appalachian Trail
The best time to hike this portion — 225 miles — is springtime and September through October.
The Trail becomes more difficult the further south you travel, with many 2,000- to 3,000-foot-climbs, crossing ridges and valleys.
The Trail follows the Blue Ridge Parkway to Roanoke, with its Virginia Explore Park at Milepost 115 off the Parkway open through October.
Key Sites Along the Way
George Washington & Jefferson National Forestin Bedford County offers many primitive campsites.
Peaks of Otterin Bedford County has the Peaks of Otter Lodge and plenty of campsites. Some of the most spectacular scenery is photographed here.
Appalachian Trail Maps like the one below are available at AppalachianTrail.com
