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FREE guided
hikes in
Shenandoah
National Park
Eryoy hiking the healthy way-visitors will learn how to protect themselves from air pollution. • WHAT: The National Parks Conservation Association will offer free guided hikes in Shenandoah National Park. Hikers will explore different trails and learn how to protect themselves from air pollution. In addition, participants will receive a free guide on how to have a safe, healthy, and enjoyable visit in our national parks. • WHO: National Parks Conservation Association • WHEN: Every other Sunday, July 16 - October 22 Hikes begin at 2:00 p.m. • WHERE:
July 16 - Rapidan Camp Hike: Hike the Mill Prong Trail to Rapidan Camp, President Herbert Hoover’s summer retreat. Rapidan Camp has been designated a National Historic Landmark. Be advised, this 4.2-mile hike will offer some steep spots and stream crossings. Meet at Milam Gap Parking Area, Mile Marker 52.8.
July 30 - Story of the Forest Trail: An easy 1.8-mile loop will highlight the wonders of the Blue Ridge forest. This is a good hike for children. Meet at Byrd Visitor Center, Big Meadows, Mile Marker 51.0.
August 13 - Big Run Loop: A loop trail through the hardwood forest and park wilderness. Difficulty: easy to moderate. Meet at Doyles River parking lot, Mile Marker 81.1.
August 27 - Snead Farm, Dickey Ridge Trail Loop: A 3.2-mile loop near the Front Royal entrance to the Park that includes bam remains from Snead Farm and beautiful views of Signal Knob and the Shenandoah Valley. Difficulty: easy to moderate. Meet at Dickey Ridge Visitor Center, Mile Marker 4.6.
September 10 - Hawksbill Summit: Enjoy a 2.8-mile loop hike to the spectacular views of the highest mountain in the park. Difficulty: moderate. Meet at Hawksbill Gap parking area, Mile Marker 45.6.
September 24 - Stony Man Nature Trail: Hike 1.4miles to the peak of Stony Man Mountain, acclaimed photographer Hullihen Williams Moore, author of Shenandoah: Views of Our National Park, will join us. Difficulty: easy. Meet at Stony Man Nature Trail parking lot, just inside the north entrance to Skyland, Mile Marker 41.7.
October 8 - Compton Peak: Hike 2.4-miles on the Appalachian Trail. Difficulty: moderate. Meet at Compton Gap parking lot, Mile Marker 10.4.
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