When Hurricane Helene swept through Southwest Virginia in 2024, flooding and mudslides destroyed half of the Virginia Creeper Trail. As a result, towns along the trail took a big economic hit. A new ...

A good portion of the Appalachian Trail passes through Virginia, and these five towns have leaned into making the route more enjoyable for hikers.

As the weather turns cooler and fall colors begins to emerge, outdoor lovers will hit the trails throughout Virginia to take in the crisp air and beautiful scenery. Cole Mountain Loop Hike in Vesuvius ...

Where can you hike to a mountain overlook in the morning, stroll a riverside greenway in the afternoon, and relax on a ...

Hiking your way through Virginia can be one of the most inspiring, beautiful adventures imaginable. It can also be quite extreme, considering the high-elevation climbs, scrambly terrain, and narrow ...

Just 20 minutes from Virginia Tech’s campus winds a trail dotted with steps of weathered stone. At its end in the heart of ...

WASHINGTON COUNTY, Va. (WJHL) — The stretch of the Appalachian Trail on the Mount Rogers National Scenic Area has reopened, but hikers should still expect storm damage from Hurricane Helene. According ...

VIRGINIA BEACH — Construction of a long-awaited shared-use trail along the spine of the city moved another step closer to fruition Tuesday. Department of Parks & Recreation received a $23.8 million ...

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — The Virginia Capital Trail is celebrating 10 years in October with two nights of festivities and community. According to a Wednesday release, the trail will turn 10 on Thursday, ...