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It’s hard to make the wrong choice when you’re looking to hike in Virginia. With over 7,000 miles of ocean and bay views along the coastal plains, more than 50 state and national park or forest sites, and over 550 miles of the Appalachian Trail crossing diagonally through the state, Virginia earns its reputation as a must-explore destination on the East Coast.
There are plenty of people who travel across the world to places such as Nepal and the Andes to enjoy great mountain scenery. However, it is often too easy to disregard the stunning walks available in our own backyard. From the amazing scenery of the Rockies to the snowy peaks that are the highest in the country, there are some wonderful mountain hikes to enjoy. Whether you are looking to bag a peak or simply want to hike around the high mountains, here are twenty mountain hikes you really should try in the United States.
The US has some incredible national parks, and Shenandoah National Park is one of them. Just a 1.5-hour drive from Washington DC, Shenandoah boasts over 200,000 acres of wildlife and spectacular scenery. The park extends across Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains, with the famous Skyline Drive cutting through the middle. It is home to dramatic mountains and a variety of wildlife, including black bears.