Mountainous Locations
From skiing to hiking, Virginia has a diverse range of mountainous regions that anyone from any background can take advantage of! Continue reading below for some noteworthy ideas greatly worth considering on your trip to the state.
Great Falls National Park
Great Falls National Park, located in the city of Fairfax is an absolutely gorgeous display of steep jagged cliffs and waterfalls with each turn of the head. The park offers a number of trails to explore as well as historical markers dating back the origins of early American civilization
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Wintergreen Ski Resort
What better way to truly take in the mountains than on a snowboard or pair of skis? Wintergreen is just the place for you, and is eager to satisfy all from beginners to experts alike. With a number of trails and routes to choose from, a pit stop here is sure to provide days worth of fun and new memories.
Want to learn more about everything the resort has to offer or even schedule a trip? Click here.
George Washington and Jefferson National Forests
Currently standing as one of the largest areas of public land in the Eastern United States, this national park truly has it all. Trails, recreational sites, marinas, and even mountain-top observational landings are all available for travelers to really explore and immerse themselves in in this travel destination, greatly worth consideration.
For a list of currently accessible recreational options within the area, click here.
Recent Article: The Beans Are In The Jar
In this article, Wintergreen Resort discusses their traditional counting of the beans. Dating back to ancient folklore, the count of foggy mountain mornings has seemingly always translated into future days of snowfall for the winter season. Optimistic of what this upcoming season has in store, the personnel at Wintergreen share some pretty interesting insights regarding the tradition, and what it means for this seasons levels of snowfall at the resort.
Interested in reading the full article and learning more about the tradition? Click here.