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Hiking the Highlands

Journey to delightful trails, inspiring overlooks and refreshing swimming holes in the Appalachian range

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Conservation Crew Builds Trails in Dante, Virginia

Conservation crew members spent 10 weeks creating trails in Southwest Virginia.

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Five Trails in Appalachia Designated National Recreation Trails

In June, the U.S. Department of the Interior celebrated National Trails Day by designating 10 trails as National Recreation Trails, including five in Appalachia.

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Bottom Creek

Pristine Waters At Bottom Creek Gorge

The Bottom Creek Gorge Preserve in Montgomery County, Va., contains more than 5 miles of trails and the second-highest waterfall in the state.

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Cloudland Canyon

West Rim Loop Trail

A hike through Cloudland Canyon State Park reveals spectacular views of the southern Blue Ridge Mountains.

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Giants of the Smokies

Exploring the old-growth forest at Albright Grove.

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