Appalachian Trail

The Appalachian Trail in Virginia is a 544-mile stretch of the iconic trail, with 101 miles lying within the beautiful Shenandoah National Park. The trail is well-graded and well-maintained, making it suitable for less-experienced hikers. The park offers stunning scenery, with the trail paralleling the Skyline Drive and the Blue Ridge Parkway. The area is also home to many outdoor activities, including cycling, camping, horseback riding, fishing, and canoeing. The town of Luray is a great base for exploring the trail, with many hiker-friendly establishments, including the Luray-Page County Visitors Center, Appalachian Outdoors Adventures, and several restaurants that offer meals to go. The town also has a hiker-friendly hostel and offers free showers for hikers at a local church. The Appalachian Trail Conservancy and the Potomac Appalachian Trail Club work together to maintain the trail and provide resources for hikers