These hikes are in Virginia, but are not in Shenandoah National Park, along the Blue Ridge Parkway or on National Forest Land.
- Edith J. Carrier Arboretum – Harrisonburg, Va
(Various lengths, easy stroll through beautiful native/botanical gardens.) - Elk Run Trail – Elkton, VA
(Various lengths, nearly flat system of wooded running/walking paths.) - Beaver Lake Trail – Pocahontas State Park
(2.5 miles, elevation gain: 200 ft. -pretty lake views) - Fortune’s Cove – Lovingston, VA
(5.1 miles, elevation gain: 1700 ft – surprisingly tough with beautiful Virginia countryside views.) - House Mountain – Lexington, VA
(8.75 miles, elevation gain: 2850 ft. – gorgeous panoramic views from rocky outcroppings.) - Pamplin Historical Park – Petersburg, VA
(5-6 miles, elevation gain: 200 ft – history, good birding, close to Richmond)
