Virginia State Parks are all about Your
Parks Your Adventures, meaning they offer
adventures to everyone, no matter your
age, fitness level or interest. The Parks can
offer anything from a simple walking trail
to a strenuous climb up the mountain;
a leisurely bike ride to some of the best
mountain biking in the state; a fun kid’s
outdoor program to a guided climbing
adventure.
Virginia State Parks are here to offer you
the level of adventure that suites you
and helps you unwind. You’ll find plenty
of programs, events and activities, with
seven of the 38 parks right here in the
Shenandoah Valley.
From the experienced hiker to the novice,
you are sure to find your path at one of the
Parks. It’s no wonder hiking is among the
most popular activities. It’s low impact,
inexpensive, keeps you fit, strengthens
bones and keeps the pounds off. Escape
the crowds, breathe fresh air, enjoy wildlife
and take in the stunning scenery that only
Virginia can offer.
Park trails accommodate other activities
including biking, mountain biking and
horseback riding, and many parks have
universally accessible trails. Douthat State
Park offers 43 miles of hiking, mountain
biking and bridle trails. Several state parks
also offer connector trails to other trail
destinations. For instance, Sky Meadows
State Park not only offers 10.5 miles of
bridle trails, 22 miles of hiking trails and
9 miles of bike trails, but it also provides
Appalachian Trail access.
Biking is a great stress reliever, especially in
the great outdoors while you’re breathing
clean, fresh, country air. You can get to
places on a bike, especially a mountain
bike, where cars can’t go. Holliday Lake
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