Virginia is home to almost a quarter of the entire Appalachian Trail, which can take a hiker about 12 weeks to traverse from north to south. But for those who aren’t ready to take on that kind of commitment, there are plenty of shorter day hikes or backpacking trips along the AT. The Damascus to Marion segment of the Appalachian Trail is 63.8 miles of beautiful wilderness, steep climbs, and abundant wildlife, including wild horses. The entire segment can be done in a recommended 7 days, though fast hikers can achieve it in 5. The terrain is diverse and the scenery is breathtaking, and while this is a difficult hike to be sure, it’s definitely a rewarding one.

Washington County, Virginia

Bearfence Blackrock Summit Chester Gap to Harpers Ferry Cole Mountain Crabtree Falls Damascus to Marion Dark Hollow Falls and Rose River Falls Dragon's Tooth False Cape State Park Great Falls Park House Mountain Humpback Rocks Lewis Springs Falls Limberlost Mary's Rock McAfee Knob Mount Rogers Old Rag Overall Run Falls and Twin Falls Peaks of Otter Roanoke to Rockfish Sharp Top Trail Spy Rock Stony Man Trail White Rock Falls

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