Hiking in winter can be one of the most rewarding times of the year in Virginia if you know where to go. Here is a list of some best hikes across the state.

Make sure you always dress in layers, bring a map, and follow the other 10 essentials when winter hiking.

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Bearfence Rock Scramble in Shenandoah National Park is an amazing hike for huge 360 degree views along a rocky ridge.

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The Blue Ridge Tunnel is an amazing hike for anytime of year but in winter it may be at its best. The tunnel is cold all year but in winter the cave like conditions are warmer than the outside air.

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Devils Marbleyard is a rock scrambling adventure and it is perfect to visit during early winter. The crowds are gone and cool air feels great as you climb up the huge boulder field.

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It may be strange to see a waterfall on a winter hiking list but the Cascades in Pembroke is perfect for those freezing cold weeks when it partially freezes.

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McAfee Knob in Roanoke is one of the best hikes in the state and everyone knows it. In winter months you can visit and have this amazing overlook to yourself.

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Old Rag in Shenandoah National Park is a tough but rewarding hike to an exposed rock mountain top. It is great in winter because you can visit without a reservation.

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Mount Rogers in Greyson Highlands State Park is a 10 mile hike to the highest point in Virginia. Did we mention there are also wild ponies?

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Hiking in winter can be one of the most rewarding times of the year in Virginia if you know where to go. Here is a list of some best hikes across the state.

Make sure you always dress in layers, bring a map, and follow the other 10 essentials when winter hiking.

Learn More

Bearfence Rock Scramble in Shenandoah National Park is an amazing hike for huge 360 degree views along a rocky ridge.

Learn More

The Blue Ridge Tunnel is an amazing hike for anytime of year but in winter it may be at its best. The tunnel is cold all year but in winter the cave like conditions are warmer than the outside air.

Learn More

Devils Marbleyard is a rock scrambling adventure and it is perfect to visit during early winter. The crowds are gone and cool air feels great as you climb up the huge boulder field.

Learn More

It may be strange to see a waterfall on a winter hiking list but the Cascades in Pembroke is perfect for those freezing cold weeks when it partially freezes.

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McAfee Knob in Roanoke is one of the best hikes in the state and everyone knows it. In winter months you can visit and have this amazing overlook to yourself.

Learn More

Old Rag in Shenandoah National Park is a tough but rewarding hike to an exposed rock mountain top. It is great in winter because you can visit without a reservation.

Learn More

Mount Rogers in Greyson Highlands State Park is a 10 mile hike to the highest point in Virginia. Did we mention there are also wild ponies?

Learn More

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