If you're in the Washington, D.C. area but hoping to get a taste of natural beauty, this hidden gem in Virginia gives easy ...

From mist-soaked mountain ridges to sun-bleached coastal paths, the Eastern U.S. offers some of the most unforgettable hiking ...

Want to explore America’s great outdoors? Discover 20 of the best hiking trails in the U.S. with big views, easy miles, and ...

Planning a scenic Thanksgiving retreat? These Virginia destinations pair holiday charm with breathtaking landscapes.

More Americans are heading outside, with 181.1 million people spending time in nature in 2024. National Hiking Day on Nov. 17 celebrates that growing interest, ... Read more The post More Americans ...

After the government shutdown, the National Park Service is working on the return of normal services, such as staffing ...

Funding has been scaled back to keep the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Blue Ridge Parkway facilities open with ...

The Great Smoky Mountains National Park will remain fully open and operational through Nov. 2 amid the federal government shutdown, thanks to continued funding from a group of nonprofits and local and ...

This story was produced in partnership with RE:PUBLIC Lands Media, an independent, nonprofit news organization. The Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail forms a 5.5-mile loop through dense hardwoods, ...

Welcome to Salem's Carilion Clinic Field at Salem Memorial Ballpark, where the mountain views are panoramic and the region's ...

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Nestled in the Shenandoah Valley with the Blue Ridge Mountains as its backdrop, Luray, Virginia, is the kind of place where time seems to slow down just enough for you to catch your breath and ...