Read my Complete Guide to Visiting Peaks of Otter to help plan your trip! Learn more about the best time to visit, where to stay, places to eat and drink, and the top things to do at Peaks of Otter and the surrounding area. It is a great area to explore and has so much history and beauty! Hiking to each of the three Peaks of Otter is the best part, in our opinion. 😉
Harkening Hill is part of the three Peaks of Otter located within the Blue Ridge Mountains in Virginia. It is smallest peak with a height of 3,372 feet as compared to Flat Top and Sharp Top (the other two peaks). This hike is full of fun things to see, including an old farm! Harkening Hill and Johnson Farm Loop Trail is the perfect family-friendy (and pet-friendly) hike to do year-round!
Bearfence Mountain Loop trail is one of our favorite hikes in Shenandoah National Park! This short hike involves a challenging rock scramble to 360-degree views and continues on to another viewpoint with 180-degree views. This is definitely the perfect hike to add to your hiking bucket list!
Are you looking for a short, easy hike to some of the most beautiful views in Virginia? Check out Stony Man! This is a great hike for beginners and is family-friendly. The Stony Man Lookout is an amazing spot to relax, watch sunset, and spend time in nature.
If you’re a beginner hiker and/or rock scrambler, I’d recommend reading my How to Hike Old Rag in 2024: The Ultimate Guide! This guide explains everything you need to know about the hike, how to be prepared, and how to safely complete this hike. Old Rag is my favorite hike in Virginia, and I know you’ll love it, too!
Wouldn’t it be magical to be able to hike a trail where you could see 8 beautiful waterfalls? Oh wait… you can! Take a hike on the Cedar Run and Whiteoak Canyon Loop Trail in Shenandoah National Park. This 8-mile hike is absolutely worth every step! This is probably the best waterfall hike in Virginia… in my personal opinion.
Prepared to be blown away by these beautiful views in Shenandoah National Park! Mary’s Rock is a popular hiking spot. Why? Well, there are magnificent views throughout the hike, it’s a well-maintained trail, and the summit is a perfect place to relax after the hiking all those miles. Who doesn’t love summit hikes? Make sure to add this to your hiking bucket list!
Hike to the tallest peak in Shenandoah National Park! Hawksbill Summit sits at 4,050 feet and is one of the most popular hikes in Virginia. The summit of Hawksbill has many lookout spots which offer stunning panoramic views. Stick around and watch sunset. In the right conditions, it’s worth it!