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Text[1]=["Sky Meadows #1","<b>Length: 8.4 mls Loop</b><br>With a picnic area, many interconnecting trails including the new Ambassador Whitehouse Trail that winds through the high meadows, as well as the Snowden Interpretative Trail close to Bleak House, Sky Meadows has become a popular destination for families and more experienced hikers alike."]
Text[2]=["GRT Wildlife Management Area #2","<b>Length: 7.9 mls Loop</b><br>Almost 8 miles in length and with an elevation remaining under 2,200 feet, you can still have a great hike when the daylight hours are shorter."]
Text[3]=["Signal Knob #3","<b>Length: 10.5 mls Loop</b><br>Situated 8 miles west of Front Royal, and with great views, this is one of the closer vista hikes near the Metro Washington area."]
Text[4]=["High Peak #4","<b>Length: 7.0 mls Loop</b><br>Although there arent many views and the trail is somewhat rocky its a great hike to take with a group in the morning and then picnic afterwards."]
Text[5]=["Mudhole Gap #5","<b>Length: 12.7 mls Loop</b><br>At 12.7 miles the Mudhole Gap loop isnt as difficult as a lot of shorter hikes. After you compete the first 3.8 miles to the ridge line near Meneka Peak the remaining 3/4 of the hike is either downhill or mostly flat, with the exception of a gradual ascent on the back loop."]
Text[6]=["Stephens Trail #6","<b>Length: 8.5 mls Loop</b><br>The Stephens Trail Hike is at its best in early spring before the the leaves start to bloom. The hike along the Massanutten Mountain ridge line offers spectacular views in the Shenandoah Valley."]
Text[7]=["Duncan Knob #7","<b>Length: 8.7 mls Loop</b><br>Part of Middle Mountain in the George Washington National Forest, the Duncan Knob hike offers solitude and great views of the Massanutten Range and Shenandoah Valley."]
Text[8]=["Fridley Gap #8","<b>Length: 10.5 mls Loop</b><br>From gentle mountain streams to ridge climbs and a great swimming hole, this hike has it all. The best part of this hike, which is nestled two hours away from DC just south of the the town of Shenandoah, is its solitude."]
Text[9]=["Big Schloss #9","<b>Length: 4.4 mls Loop</b><br>Big Schloss is another treasure in the George Washington National Forest. Relatively easy at only 4.4 miles and 700 vertical feet you can enjoy the hike without leaving to early if you come from the DC area."]
Text[10]=["Little Sluice #10","<b>Length: 13.0 mls Loop</b><br>A long hike to take in just a single day, the Little Sluice hike is best done as an overnight hike. There is a great campsite on the White Rocks trail, 50 yards from the lookout."]
Text[11]=["Mill Mountain #11","<b>Length: 11.6 mls Loop</b><br>This hike is very similar to the Little Sluice and has nearly as much solitude. The big difference between the two is the great vista you get by taking the short walk along Mill Mountain to the Big Schloss vista."]
Text[12]=["Nicholson Hollow #12","<b>Length: 8.0 mls Out/Back</b><br>Ascend the well maintained Nicholson Hollow Trail you will follow the Hughes River for the entire hike ending with a great lunch spot at Corbin Cabin."]
Text[13]=["Catlett Mountain #13","<b>Length: 10.5 mls Loop</b><br>One of the less traveled hikes in the Shenandoah National Park, the Catlett Mountain circuit is one of the most beautiful hikes in the SNP for fall colors. Starting from the same parking area as Old Rag, leave the crowds behind, as you can do this hike and not see another person on the whole circuit."]
Text[14]=["Stony Man #14","<b>Length: 3.7 mls Loop</b><br>This is a short and pleasant hike for people of all ages and has some of the best vistas in the Shenandoah National Park. Make sure you choose a day that is clear because you dont want to miss all the views."]
Text[15]=["White Oak Canyon #15","<b>Length: 4.8 mls Out/Back</b><br>The best SNP waterfall hike. This hike isnt very difficult and can easily be completed in under four hours. You can also see White Oak Canyon falls from a more difficult loop hike that also descends Cedar Run and starts at the bottom of the mountain."]
Text[16]=["Cedar Run #16","<b>Length: 3.4 mls Out/Back</b><br>Not very long, this down and back hike can still be somewhat of a workout as you gain 1,500 ft on the way back in only 1.7 miles. If you make the hike in the early spring, Cedar Run should be flowing with several beautiful ponds and small waterfalls."]
Text[17]=["Thorton Hollow #17","<b>Length: 12.8 mls Loop</b><br>This hike is rated 5 because of the distance. Taking just over 7 hours you will definitely feel tired when youre done! There are great wooded areas with two different rivers the Thornton and Piney."]
Text[18]=["Little Devils Stairs #18","<b>Length: 5.5 mls Loop</b><br>The first two miles of the Little Devils Stairs hike in the Shenandoah National Park can be tough on the uphill portion if the day is warm. The first two miles to the top of the hike are very steep, requiring hand-over-hand climbing in parts, with the trail crossing the stream several times."]
Text[19]=["Piney Branch #19","<b>Length: 10.0 mls Loop</b><br>While this hike may not have the sweeping vistas you often find on other Shenandoah National Park hikes, it features great trails that wind through scenic valleys."]
Text[20]=["Overall Run #20","<b>Length: 8.5 mls Loop</b><br>The Overall Run circuit passes one of the largest continues waterfalls in Virginia. The trails also go through valley streams and meadows, no wonder this loop is another local hiker favorite. With Beecher Ridge having one of the highest concentrations of Black Bears in the park, this is one hike where you may still catch a glimpse of a bear in the wild."]
Text[21]=["Corbin Cabin #21","<b>Length: 4.0 mls Loop</b><br>The Corbin Cabin hike provides a wonderful look at of some of the most diverse areas in the park. Starting on Skyline Drive ridge you hike along the Appalachian Trail for a short distance before descending to the Corbin Cabin area where you can get a glimpse of how the settlers lived here many years ago."]
Text[22]=["Broad Hollow #22","<b>Length: 6.5 mls Loop</b><br>One of the less traveled hikes in the Shenandoah National Park the Broad Hollow hike has a very limited number of parking spaces. Its not heavily published, so you generally see only 3-4 cars in the parking area even in the busiest seasons."]
Text[23]=["Big Run/Leading Ridge #23","<b>Length: 11.4 mls Loop/BP</b><br>This two day hike has great wildlife areas and spectacular clearings. With only 700ft of vertical gain over the whole hike, its a great workout, and wont leave you broken when you get back to your car!"]
Text[24]=["Shawl Gap #24","<b>Length: 8.9 mls Loop</b><br>There are two great sections on the Shawl Gap loop, the first uphill portion on the yellow blazed Shawl Gap Trail and the ever beautiful ridge walk along the Tuscarora/ Massanutten Trail."]
Text[25]=["Laurel Run #25","<b>Length: 8.8 mls Loop</b><br>The Laurel Run/Stack Rocks circuit has some of the best views in the area. The panoramic views along orange blazed North Mountain Trail are spectacular on a clear day. If the first gate is closed just before Laurel Run you will have to park just before crossing Laurel Run."]
Text[26]=["Sugar Knob #26","<b>Length: 11.2 mls Loop</b><br>The Sugar Knob hike up Pond Run Trail and down Racer Camp Hollow Trail has some of the best stream scenery in the George Washington National Forest."]
Text[27]=["White Rocks #27","<b>Length: 9.5 mls Loop</b><br>The White Rocks lookout hike is another great hike in the Great North Mountain area that offers streams different fauna and a wonderful view from White Rocks eastward."]
Text[28]=["Falls Ridge #28","<b>Length: 11.7 mls Loop</b><br>This hike is long and steep both up and down. The main attraction for us at least on the route is the solitude. This is one of the few hikes where we didnt see another sole the entire day."]
Text[29]=["Ramseys Draft #29","<b>Length: 16.8 mls Loop/BP</b><br>The Ramseys Draft Loop is beautiful with ridge line valley views, springs and streams but is tiring with long ascents and knob traverses on the 11.0 mile first day."]
Text[30]=["Meneka Peak #30","<b>Length: 8.6 mls Loop</b><br>This hike is an abbreviated version of the Signal Knob Hike. This saves about 2 miles and the 900ft second incline back up from the other other side of the ridge."]
Text[31]=["Three Top Mountain #31","<b>Length: 7.6 mls Loop</b><br>With its 3.5 mile stretch along the ridge line is one of the least traveled trails in the area. Most of the blue blazed Tuscarora Trail is overgrown, the trail blazes are old, few and hard to spot in places."]
Text[32]=["Veach Gap #32","<b>Length: 7.8 mls Out/Back</b><br>This is a nice out and back hike in the Veach Gap area of the George Washington National Forest near Front Royal, VA."]
Text[33]=["Little Passage Creek #33","<b>Length: 10.0 mls Loop</b><br>Its a nice day loop that uses a large section of a FS (Forestry Service) road used for the transmission tower on Signal Knob."]
Text[34]=["Buzzard Rock #34","<b>Length: 7.0 mls Out/Back</b><br>This hike is a shorter out and back hike in the Elizabeth Furnace section of the GWNF near Front Royal Virginia."]
Text[35]=["Indian Grave Ridge #35","<b>Length: 8.6 mls Loop</b><br>This hike has great views from the valley as it winds alongside the Shenandoah River and wonderful views from the ridge line as well."]
Text[36]=["Bull Run Conservancy #36","<b>Length: 7.4 mls Loop</b><br>The hike is located near Haymarket VA. this hiking area has many interconnecting trails. These lead to old mills, homesteads and family grave sites."]
Text[37]=["Raven Rocks #37","<b>Length: 5.5 mls Out/Back</b><br>The view from Raven Rocks is one of the best in the area. Although the distance is only 5.5 miles and a vertical gain of 1,530ft the elevation changes are steep."]
Text[38]=["Hazel River #38","<b>Length: 11.0 mls Loop</b><br>The Hazel River circuit easily gets a difficulty rating of five. Starting on Skyline Drive the route descends almost to the bottom of the valley. On the return leg along the White Rocks Trail the grades are extremely steep. The payoff is a great waterfall at the top of Hazel River just off the White Rocks Trail."]
Text[39]=["White Oak/Cedar Run #39","<b>Length: 8.3 mls Loop</b><br>This loop hike has some of the best waterfall views in the Shenandoah National Park. Combining two out-and-back hikes, White Oak Canyon & Cedar Run, this loop starts at the bottom of the valley and cuts over near the top of the ridge."]
Text[40]=["Buzzard Hill#40","<b>Length: 9.0 mls Out/Back</b><br>This hike is the the sister hike of Raven Rocks. Starting at Bears Den it heads south on The Appalachian Trail for 4.5 miles to the top of Buzzard Hill. Although the length is only 9.0 miles the vertical ascents over the ridge spurs add up to over 3000 feet of vertical gain by the time you get back."]
Text[41]=["Little North Mountain #41","<b>Length: 8.5 mls Loop</b><br>The hike along Little North Mountain has multiple vistas, although the hike does require you to bushwhack for about 0.3 miles and the trail is hard to spot in places. <font color=#FF0000>This hike should only be done by/with experienced hikers. A map, compass and GPS are highly recommended.</font>"]
Text[42]=["Halfmoon Mountain #42","<b>Length: 9.5 mls Loop</b><br>With spectacular views of Trout Run Valley, Big Schloss and Tibbet Knob as well as a great stream hike up Halfmoon Run this is another hidden gem in the Great North Mountain area. The only real challenging section is the short but steep climb up the German Wilson Trail."]
Text[43]=["Cobbler Mountain #43","<b>Length: 7.0 mls Loop</b><br>There are two routes to choose from on this hike. The more difficult 7.0 mile 1,150 ft route that requires finding the green blazed trail, following the abandoned orange blazed ridge trail, then bushwhacking extremely steeply down to the Muddy Run Trail. The easier 5.5 mile 600ft route takes the Cobbler Mountain Trail directly to join the Muddy Run Trail."]
Text[44]=["Morgan Run #44","<b>Length: 9.0 mls Loop</b><br>Morgan Run on the southern end of the Massanutten mountain range passes the wonderful Fridley Gap swimming hole that is also accessible on the Fridley Gap Hike. Mountain streams and waterfalls are at every turn on the Morgan Run section of this secluded loop hike."]
Text[45]=["Roaring Run #45","<b>Length: 10.5 mls Loop</b><br>The Roaring Run hike has old growth forest on Roaring Run, small waterfalls along Pitt Spring Run and a great view of the Luray Valley from the Pitt Spring Overlook. This is another one of those hikes that has a bit of everything. However, at 10.5 miles it can be a long one day loop."]
Text[46]=["Gerhard Shelter #46","<b>Length: 11.4 mls Loop</b><br>There are some great views on both sides of Great North Mountain from the ridge just before arriving at Gerhard Shelter. The views of the valley from Vances Cove can be wonderful on a clear day as well, but the main attraction is the solitude. This is a loop that isnt used very often."]
Text[47]=["Bird Knob #47","<b>Length: 8.0 mls Loop</b><br>There are two spectacular vistas just 1.5 miles into this hike after the Massanutten Trail levels off on the ridge. Once you have passed the vistas the route is an uneventful loop with a nice swimming hole on the Bird Knob Trail. Don't forget to stop at Pack's Custard Stand on Rt211 in New Market on the way back!"]
Text[49]=["Allegheny/Seneca Creek #49","<b>Length: 12.7 mls Loop/BP</b><br>Seneca Creek and Seneca Falls (mov) make this one of the most beautiful stream hikes in the mid-atlantic. With numerous first rate camp sites along its banks, this is a definite backpackers delight. If you backpack make sure to add this fantastic hike to your list"]
Text[50]=["Buck Hollow/Mary's Rock #50","<b>Length: 9.0 mls Loop</b><br>The Buck Hollow/Mary's Rock loop in the SNP can be broken into two hikes; or done as one large loop. The Buck Hollow/Buck Ridge main portion of the hike offers much more solitude than the section from Skyline Drive up to Mary's Rock. However, both offer great scenery."]
Text[51]=["Old Rag Mountain #51","<b>Length: 8.0 mls Loop</b><br>The Old Rag Mountain hike in the Shenandoah National Forest is one of the most popular hikes in the mid-atlantic region. With spectacular panoramic views it's no wonder you are bound to see more people than on any of the other hikes in the area."]
Text[52]=["Corbin Mountain #52","<b>Length: 11.0 mls Loop</b><br>One of three great hikes in the area, the Old Rag Mountain Hike, Catlett Mountain Hike, and the Nicholson Hollow Hike this is the longer loop version of the Nicholson Hollow out/back hike. This hike passes Corbin Cabin and climbs over Corbin Mountain."]
Text[53]=["Robertson Mountain #53","<b>Length: 6.8 mls Loop</b><br>Overlooking Old Rag Mountain the Robertson Mountain hike has one of the steepest trails in central section of the Shenandoah National Park, with an elevation gain on the Robertson Mountain Trail of 1,700 feet in just over 1.5 miles."]
Text[54]=["Manassas B.F. Bull Run #54","<b>Length: 5.3 mls Loop</b><br>The Manassas Battlefield Park is steeped in history. The site of two major civil war battles the park has two main loops that pass many historic points of interest, including the spot where confederate General Thomas Jackson got his nickname 'Stonewall Jackson'. Within the rolling plains of Virginia the hikes here are appropriate for all ages."]
Text[55]=["Manassas B.F. Groveton #55","<b>Length: 6.2 mls Loop</b><br>The second of two great hikes in the Manassas Battlefield Park the Second Manassas Trail (6.2 miles) is slightly longer than the First Manassas Trail (5.3 miles). This loop passes several historic landmarks including the Groveton Confederate Cemetery and the battles at Deep Cut."]
Text[56]=["Scott's Run Nature Preserve #56","<b>Length: 2.2 mls Loop</b><br>You can't find a closer waterfall hike to the Metro DC area. One mile from the beltway on Leesburg Pike the Scott's Run Nature Preserve is a little piece of wilderness saved from urban sprawl. Originally the Burling Tract it avoided development in the 1970's and was renamed the Dranesville District Park, and is now the Scott's Run Nature Preserve."]
Text[57]=["Difficult Run #57","<b>Length: 5.1 mls Loop</b><br>With fifty percent of the Difficult Run hike following the Potomac River at one of it's most scenic spots, it's easy to see why so many people make Great Falls Park one of their favorites. Just 2.8 miles from the Scott's Run Nature Preserve this is one of two scenic loop hikes just outside the Capital Beltway."]
Text[58]=["Tibbet Knob #58","<b>Length: 3.1 mls Out/Back</b><br>Tibbet Knob is the sister hike to Big Schloss. Starting from the same parking location at the Wolf Gap Campground the hike heads in the opposite direction along the Tibbet Knob Trail. Although shorter, this hike is not as family friendly because of two short, steep scrambles to the main Tibbet Knob summit."]
Text[59]=["Prince William Forest #59","<b>Length: 7.1 mls Loop</b><br>The Prince William Forest Park established in 1936 has 37 miles of trails on it's 15,000+ acres, and is the largest protected natural area in the Washington, D.C., metropolitan region. The circuit hike we have mapped here is just one of many possible combinations in it's vast trail system."]
Text[61]=["Stony Mountain #61","<b>Length: 10.1 mls Loop</b><br>The Stony Man Mountain circuit is one of the more secluded loops in the SNP. Overshadowed by the more popular Old Rag Mountain and White Oak Canyon hikes just to the north. With great views of the valley from Stony Man Mountain, and a nice swimming hole on the Rose River, this is one hike worth checking out."]
Text[60]=["Harpers Ferry #60","<b>Length: 6.8 mls Loop</b><br>In historic Harpers Ferry WV, this circuit hike passes through Virginia, West Virginia and Maryland. There is a great view of Harpers Ferry from the Spilt Rocks Overlook in Virginia, as well as an pleasant walk along the C&O Canal towpath on the Maryland side of the Potomac River."]
Text[62]=["Trout Pond #62","<b>Length: 8.5 mls Loop</b><br>This hike passes through the Trout Pond Recreation Area, one of the most scenic campgrounds in the GWNF with two main bodies of water, Trout Pond, and the much larger Rockcliff Lake. The recreation area has many BBQ's and picnic tables making it a popular weekend destination spot."]
Text[63]=["Rocky Mount #63","<b>Length: 9.5 mls Loop</b><br>Rocky Mount is one of a few 5+ mile circuit hikes in the southern section of the Shenandoah National Park. With three different ascents, the last being at the end of the hike, this 2,840 foot loop can feel longer and higher than it actually is. The reward is the great panoramic view from the Rocky Mount summit."]
Text[64]=["Long Mountain #64","<b>Length: 9.2 mls Loop</b><br>The Long Mountain circuit has a 2.0 mile bushwhacking portion that connects the Long Mountain Trail with the Halfmoon Trail in the next valley. With several great campsites, and views, this hike has both solitude and beautiful scenery. If you want to do some bushwhacking, this is a great hike in the spring and fall."]
Text[65]=["Elliot Knob #65","<b>Length: 8.5 mls Out/Back</b><br>Elliot Knob is the highest point in the GWNF, and one of the highest peaks in Virginia. Just west of Staunton and secluded in Buffalo Gap, this hike features two waterfalls, several great views to the west and east, and a grass covered summit. If you're lucky, this hidden treasure can be all yours for a day."]
Text[66]=["Hardscrabble Knob #66","<b>Length: 7.0 mls Out/Back</b><br>This hike is a tough workout. Even though it's only 7 miles, and just over 2,000 vertical feet total gain, you climb over 1,000 feet of that in the first mile. Hardscrabble Knob is just one of several hikes in the Lake Todd area. Consider hiking several of them and car-camping at one of the many sites along FDR95, or at one of Lake Todd Recreation Area's great campsites."]
Text[67]=["Laurel Fork #67","<b>Length: 13.0 mls Loop/BP</b><br>With some of the most diverse scenery in the Virginia's; including beaver dams, old growth forest, wetlands, and the magical Laurel Fork, this has to be one of the most beautiful hikes that doesn't have any views. Secluded on the border of Virginia and West Virginia at 4,000ft, the Laurel Fork area can be a break from those hot summer days at lower altitudes."]
Text[68]=["Dolly Sods North #68","<b>Length: 10.8 mls Loop</b><br>The high meadows of Dolly Sods North have some of the most spectacular scenery on the east coast. With beautiful valley views, and seemingly endless rolling fern pastures, this is an area you'll want to come back to again and again. Part of the Monongahela National Forest, Dolly Sods is a taste of the Canadian high country right in our own back yard."]
Text[69]=["High Meadows/Seneca Creek #69","<b>Length: 13.5 mls Loop</b><br>The sister hike to the Allegheny/Seneca Creek circuit, the High Meadows loop also has spectacular views from two open pastures on Spruce Mountain. With views, Seneca Falls, and some of the best camping spots in the Monongahela, the Spruce Knob/Seneca Creek area is one of the best backpacking destinations on the east coast."]
Text[70]=["Sand Spring Mountain #70","<b>Length: 11.0 mls Loop</b><br>There aren't any great views or waterfalls on this loop hike. But if your looking for solitude, and a great workout, this is the circuit for you. With an initial climb up Narrow Back Mountain, then a long steep ascent of Sand Spring Mountain, this hike is sure to get your heart pumping."]
Text[71]=["Riverbend #71","<b>Length: 3.0 mls Loop</b><br>With Scott's Run Nature Preserve and Difficult Run, Riverbend Park along the banks of the Potomac River and just outside the beltway, is least least well known of the three. With only a small amount total elevation gain, the interconnecting trails are suitable for just about any skill and fitness level."]
Text[72]=["Long Mountain Ridge #72","<b>Length: 6.3 mls Loop</b><br>The Long Mountain Ridge hike passes through the popular Trout Pond area. The hike up the unblazed forestry fire road, that heads very steeply up to Long Mountain Ridge, is one of the toughest climbs in the area, but the spectacular views from the ridge are almost guaranteed to be yours for the day."]
Text[73]=["Duncan Knob Hollow #73","<b>Length: 13.0 mls Loop</b><br>The Duncan Knob Hollow hike is essentially the same circuit as the Duncan Knob Hike, except starting from the other side of Middle Mountain. This hike is also longer, with several excellent multi-tent camping sites, and is accessible in the winter and late spring months when FDR674/VA211 is closed."]
Text[74]=["Slabcamp Run/Locust Spring #74","<b>Length: 9.4 mls Loop</b><br>The Slabcamp Run/Locust Spring circuit hike is part of the Laurel Fork wilderness area. Laurel Fork is one of the few very secluded backcountry forests left in Virginia. With high meadows, wetlands, and the fast running Laurel Fork on the valley floor, this has to be one of the best backpacks in the region."]
Text[75]=["Riprap Hollow #75","<b>Length: 9.5 mls Loop</b><br>Riprap Hollow is one of the best circuit hikes in the southern section of the Shenandoah National Park. The views from Chimney Rock, and along the ridge of Rocks Mountain, offer great vistas to the west and north. The spring fed stream in Cold Spring and Riprap Hollow is very scenic, and has a 50ft wide swimming hole fed by yet another mountain spring."]
Text[76]=["Camp Hoover #76","<b>Length: 7.6 mls Loop</b><br>Camp Hoover, also known as Rapidan Camp, is a scenic and historic hike that passes the retreat of former President Herbert Hoover, and First Lady Lou Henry Hoover. The circuit is a moderate hike and passes Big Rock Falls, which is a small pool and stream cascade where the trail crosses Mill Prong."]
Text[77]=["North River Gorge #77","<b>Length: 12.5 mls Loop</b><br>The only loop hike that follows a river in the Todd Lake area of the GWNF, this hike has several nice view points, as well as a 4.2 mile hike along the banks of North River. The best time of the year for this circuit is in the late summer or early fall, when the river is lower. With eight fords of North River, it can be a challenge when the water is high."]
Text[78]=["Wildcat Mountain #78","<b>Length: 5.2 mls Loop</b><br>This is one of Virginia's hidden jewels, and also one of the very few hikes we have tagged as a 6 for solitude. Managed by The Nature Conservancy the Wildcat Mountain Natural Area is situated on a plateau between three mountains, and has a virtual labyrinth of hiking trails. The two main loop hikes are 2.9 miles and 5.2 miles in length."]
Text[79]=["Jeremy's Run #79","<b>Length: 14.7 mls Loop</b><br>At 14.7 miles the Jeremy's Run loop is one of the longest in the SNP. On the Neighbor Mountain Trail there are several beautiful views to the west of Kennedy Peak, Duncan Knob, and the Three Sisters Ridge just to the south. Also with 14 crossings of Jeremy's Run this hike can be a challenge in the spring when the water is at its highest level."]
Text[80]=["Three Falls #80","<b>Length: 9.3 mls Loop</b><br>The Three Falls hike is a circuit that passes Rose River Falls, Dark Hollow Falls, and Lewis Spring Falls. These are three of the most beautiful falls in the SNP. There is also an option of shortening the distance, and vertical gain, by opting out of the Lewis Spring Falls section for a total of 6.1 mls and 1530ft gain."]
Text[81]=["Little Schloss #81","<b>Length: 13.2 mls Loop</b><br>Little Schloss is just one of the many beautiful circuit hikes that are possible in the Great North Mountain area. Little Stoney Creek is also a favorite with backpackers, with many camping sites along its banks. The vista from Little Schloss is spectacular. This area also experiences an explosion of Mountain Laurel in early to mid June."]
Text[82]=["Cacapon Resort State Park #82","<b>Length: 6.6 mls Loop</b><br>Cacapon Resort State Park is a beautiful area of over 6,000 acres. There is something for everyone here. A virtual labyrinth of over 20 miles of hiking trails, a trap shooting range, horseback riding, swimming and boating, as well as fishing in the large lake and reservoir. The park also has accommodations of 24 cabins and a main inn for weekend getaways."]
Text[83]=["BRCES #83","<b>Length: 6.2 mls Loop</b><br>The Blue Ridge Center for Environmental Stewardship (BRCES) has seven different loops of intertwining trails. With a wildlife pond, historic homesteads, wetlands, and Piney Run, this area offers something for everyone. Make sure to bring your camera, because there are pictures around every corner at the BRCES."]
Text[84]=["Austin/Furnace Mountains #84","<b>Length: 13.3 mls Loop</b><br>The Austin and Furnace Mountains loop is one of the most strenuous day hikes in the Shenandoah National Park. Not only is the hike long, at over 13 miles, but the steep descent down the Austin Mountain ridge, and long climb up the exposed Furnace Mountain trail, make the 3000+ vertical feet of gain seem even that much harder."]
Text[85]=["CrannyCrow/Big Ridge #85","<b>Length: 11.1 mls Loop/Out/Back</b><br>West Virginia, renowned for its state park system, has another hidden gem in the Lost River State Park. The Cranny Crow/Big Ridge hike is a combination of a loop and out/back. With Cranny Crow, Cheeks Rock, and the Big Ridge vistas, as well as the ridge meadow, this hike has beautiful scenery around every corner in its trail system."]
Text[86]=["Trimble Mountain #86","<b>Length: 4.0 mls Loop</b><br>The Trimble Mountain loop is an easy to moderate loop situated just opposite the Todd Lake Recreation Area on FDR95. There are several views of Big Bald Knob and Little Bald Knob on the western section of the loop. At the end of the circuit, the short climb up to the Lake Todd dam embankment offers a beautiful lunch spot, and view of the lake"]
Text[87]=["Oak Knob #87","<b>Length: 7.9 mls Loop</b><br>The Hone Quarry area is nestled in a quiet area of the GWNF just west of Harrisonburg VA. With two beautiful loop hikes, one up Oak Knob and Pond Knob with two overlooks, and the other on the opposite Hone Quarry Ridge also with a beautiful vista, makes this a great place to spend the weekend, and camp at the Hone Quarry Campground"]
Text[88]=["Hone Quarry Ridge #88","<b>Length: 5.0 mls Loop</b><br>The Hone Quarry area is nestled in a quiet area of the GWNF just west of Harrisonburg VA. With two beautiful loop hikes, one up Oak Knob and Pond Knob with two overlooks, and the other on the opposite Hone Quarry Ridge also with a beautiful vista at the Abbie Point overlook. The valley also has great camping at the Hone Quarry Campground"]
Text[89]=["Kerns Mountain #89","<b>Length: 12.5 mls Loop</b><br>The Kerns Mountain loop is a tough circuit that passes both Duncan Knob, and Strickler Knob. Adding either out/back will make this already long hike just that much more of a challenge. The trail follows Big Run, before making a very steep climb of Waterfall Mountain, then continuing along Kerns Mountain with views to the west and east."]
Text[90]=["Strickler Knob #90","<b>Length: 9.1 mls Loop</b><br>Some of the best vistas in the mid-Atlantic. The new Strickler Knob trail is a challenging rock hopping/scramble that has beautiful views of New Market Gap, the Luray Valley, and a 360 degree picture perfect panorama from the Strickler Knob summit. A hike as challenging as Old Rag, and with no crowds! You'll probably have this one to yourself."]
Text[91]=["High Falls #91","<b>Length: 8.2 mls Out/Back</b><br>High Falls is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the Monongahela, and at an altitude of over 2,800ft, one of the highest. The High Falls trail passes through old growth forest, and large hemlock as it winds through the saddle on Shavers Mountain. This is a beautiful hike in the backcountry of the Monongahela National Forest."]
Text[92]=["Big Devils Stairs #92","<b>Length: 5.5 mls Out/Back</b><br>The Big Devils Stairs hike is one of the more overlooked scenic gorge hikes in the Shenandoah National Park. With two nice overlooks of the gorge and valley below, this 5.5 mile out and back hike is a nice alternative to the more crowded hikes in the central section of the SNP."]
Text[93]=["Turk Moutain #93","<b>Length: 10.4 mls Loop</b><br>Turk Mountain is a tough hike with about 2400� of elevation gain, bring plenty of water, especially if hiked in the summer. We hiked it a few days before Christmas and it was quite cold. It's hard to rate the solitude as the temperature was so cold all normal people were at home and not out hiking. The best views are at the top of Turk Mountain, so make sure you do the out /back Blue-blazed Turk Mountain trail."]
Text[94]=["Bucks Elbow Mountain #94","<b>Length: 6.1 mls Out/Back</b><br>There aren't many switchbacks on this out & back hike, as it's a direct assault on the mountain. About 1.4 miles into the climb it's marked only by pink survey ribbons with an occasional yellow or orange blaze, and is primarily bushwhacking with no discernable trail."]
Text[95]=["Woodstock Tower #95","<b>Length: 2.0 mls Out/Back</b><br>The hike up to Woodstock Tower is an easy 2.0 mile out/back walk suitable for most people, and the 360� panoramic view from the top of the tower is one of the best in the Massanutten range. The views west are of the north fork of the Shenandoah River, and to the east you look back through Woodstock Gap to the Shenandoah National Park."]
Text[96]=["The Peak #96","<b>Length: 16.8 mls Out/Back</b><br>One of the toughest day hikes in the entire SNP. The Peak circuit has spectacular views along the AT and Marshall Mountain, and a grueling straight up and down climb of The Peak two thirds along the hike. You also have the option of making this significantly easier and shorter by 3.0 miles, and not doing The Peak out/back to the summit."]
Text[97]=["Maryland Heights #97","<b>Length: 5.3 mls Loop</b><br>Maryland Heights is another of those must-do circuits for most hikers in the metro area. With a spectacular view of Harpers Ferry from the main overlook, and steeped in Civil War history, this shorter circuit is a favorite for many. But be prepared for the crowds, on nicer days this hike is very busy."]
Text[98]=["Hollow Brook #98","<b>Length: 3.8 mls Out/Back</b><br>This short out/back hike has a beautiful waterfall at the top of Hollow Brook, with a nice walk up to the summit of Buzzard Hill as well. Close to the Washington D.C. metro area, this is another hike that is perfect when you can't make it out to the bigger mountains. At only 3.8 miles, this is fun for all skill levels."]
Text[99]=["Ashby Hollow #99","<b>Length: 6.5 mls Out/Back</b><br>One of several out/back day hikes along this section of the Appalachian Trail. This 6.5 mile hike passes through several small hollows, unique different rock formations, as well as two mountain streams. The first stream, Ashby Hollow, has a wooden footbridge as well as several nice camp sites."]
Text[100]=["Ashby Gap #100","<b>Length: 8.5 mls Out/Back</b><br>Another nice spring or fall hike closer to the DC Metro area. This is a out and back hike with two side loops, the main features being the small mountain streams, wildflowers, Myron Glaser Cabin, and the Rod Hollow Shelter. The best time to do this hike is springtime when the wildflowers are out and the streams are at their fullest."]
Text[101]=["Jones Run/Doyles River #101","<b>Length: 6.6 mls Loop</b><br>This is one if the most popular waterfall hikes in the southern section of the Shenandoah National Park. There are several falls along Jones Run, plus two large falls on Doyles River. Each has several swimming holes as well. But if you plan to swim, remember that's cold mountain water, even in late summer!"]
Text[102]=["Forks of Red River #102","<b>Length: 10.1 mls Loop</b><br>What can you say about the Dolly Sods area in West Virginia, except that's it's one of the most unique and beautiful forests on the east coast. Many hikers describe Dolly Sods as having very similar characteristics as the high meadows of the northwest and Canada. If you're a hiker in the mid-atlantic, the trails here will probably become a favorite."]
Text[103]=["Brandywine Recreation Area #103","<b>Length: 5.8/3.7</b><br>The Brandywine Recreation Area, on the border of Virginia and West Virginia, has two totally different hikes within its borders. The strenuous High Knob hike up to a spectacular 360� view at the fire tower, and the Saw Mill loop which is an easy 3.7 mile walk along two of the areas creeks."]
Text[104]=["Big Run #104","<b>Length: 5.9 Loop</b><br>This is a nice hike in the woods if you like solitude. There are a couple of great views at the beginning of the hike at the Big Run Overlook and near the end of the hike as you pass through the Doyles River Overlook on the Appalachian Trail."]
Text[105]=["Buzzard Rock North #105","<b>Length: 4.0 Out/Back</b><br>The Buzzard Rock North hike is a short and easy hike that has a great payoff with spectacular vistas from Buzzard Rock. Buzzard Rock is the high point of the cliffs that are visible from Fort Valley. "]

Text[201]=["Crabtree Falls #1","<b>Length: 4.4 mls Out/Back</b><br>Crabtree Falls is arguable the most beautiful set of waterfalls in Virginia. Billed as the tallest waterfalls east of the Mississippi, Crabtree Falls is a must see for anyone who lives in the mid-Atlantic region."]
Text[202]=["Devil's Marbleyard #2","<b>Length: 8.3 mls Loop<br>Length: 11.3 mls Loop/Out/Back</b><br>There are two versions of this hike. The first passes the Devil's Marbleyard, a hillside of boulders with some as large as a truck, and continues down the Gunter Ridge Trail. The second version adds a 3.0 mile out and back hike along the Appalachian Trail, which reaches one of the most spectacular 360� panoramas in Virginia."]
Text[203]=["Mount Pleasant #3","<b>Length: 5.5 mls Loop</b><br>A short day hike suitable for most fitness levels. Mount Pleasant has both an east and west summit, each with spectacular views. Designated by congress in 1994 as the Mount Pleasant National Scenic Area, the trails are kept in fantastic shape by the NBATC. For the campers, the ridge has several large campsites suitable for multiple tents."]
Text[204]=["Cold Mountain #4","<b>Length: 5.8 mls Loop</b><br>Can't make it to Scotland or Switzerland anytime soon to hike those spectacular high mountain meadows? Well right here in the Old Dominion we have the next best thing! Every hiker in the mid-Atlantic should hike Cold Mountain at least once. The 360� meadow views from the saddle are are some of the best on the east coast."]
Text[205]=["Three Ridges #5","<b>Length: 14.4 mls Loop</b><br>Three Ridges is one of Virginia's most popular backpacking circuits. Situated in Central Virginia, just 30 miles southwest of Charlottesville, the hike has vista after vista along the Appalachian Trail, and many small waterfalls and pools on the Mau-Har Trail on Campbell Creek."]
Text[206]=["Blue Suck Falls #6","<b>Length: 9.6 mls Loop</b><br>Douthat State Park is one of Virginia's jewels. Voted as one of the nations 10 best, the park has over 43 miles of trails. With Blue Suck Falls/Tuscarora Overlook and the Beards Mountain loops, the park has two beautiful day hike circuits. The vistas and overlooks at the park are some of the best in the Old Dominion."]
Text[207]=["St. Mary's Wilderness #7","<b>Length: 10.1/15.5 mls Loop</b><br>A reclaimed old iron ore mining area, St. Mary's Wilderness has an abundance of diverse scenery from waterfalls, fern forests, open meadows, valley vistas, and high mountain wetlands, in Virginia's largest designated wilderness area. No wonder it's one of the most popular circuit hikes in the northern section of the Blue Ridge Parkway."]
Text[208]=["House Mountain #8","<b>Length: 9.4 mls Out/Back</b><br>The House Mountain hike near Lexington Virginia is really two out-and-back hikes in one. Big House Mountain, with great views to the south and of Little House Mountain, and Little House Mountain, with its punishing direct climb to the ridge, and spectacular views of the Shenandoah Valley to the northeast."]
Text[209]=["Beards Mountain #9","<b>Length: 7.0 mls Out/Back</b><br>Douthat State Park is one of Virginia's jewels. Voted as one of the nations 10 best, the park has over 43 miles of trails. Beards Mountain has just as many beautiful vistas as the Blue Suck Falls Hike, the other circuit hike in Douthat State Park. Both hikes also have an abundance of Mountain laurel that blooms in early June."]
Text[210]=["McAfee Knob #10","<b>Length: 8.3 mls Out/Back</b><br>McAfee Knob is one of the most photographed spots on the Appalachian Trail (A.T.) as it winds its way through Virginia. The Knob has an almost 270 degree panorama of the Catawba Valley and North Mountain to the West, Tinker Cliffs to the North and the Roanoke Valley to the East."]
Text[211]=["Dragon's Tooth #11","<b>Length: 5.7 mls Loop</b><br>The Dragon�s Tooth is an aptly named rock monolith of Tuscarora quartzite straddling Craig and Roanoke Counties just west of Catawba, VA. It stands out on it�s own at the top of Cove Mountain. It's as popular a hike as its� nearby neighbor, McAfee Knob , with one difference, sweat! McAfee Knob is a walk in the park compared to this tough short hike."]
Text[212]=["Peaks Of Otter #12","<b>Length: 3.6/6.2 mls Out/Back</b><br>We had heard of Peaks of Otter for years but had never visited it. There are multiple trails in the Peaks of Otter Recreation Area for all fitness levels but we decided to tackle the 2 toughest: Sharp Topand Flat Top. These can be done as separate hikes or combined to make a hike of 9.8 miles."]
Text[213]=["Dutch Gap #13","<b>Length: 4.4 mls Loop</b><br>Do you live near Richmond but can�t make it to the Mountains for a quick hike? Then head to the Dutch Gap Conservation Area (DGCA) just south of Richmond for a unique hike around a James River Tidal Lagoon. There are constant views of marshes teaming with all sorts of birds. This hike is an ornithologists dream. We saw an eagle, herons, cormorants, Canada geese, ducks, red tailed hawk, etc. We also saw about 8 deer with a good size buck leading them."]
Text[214]=["Wahrani Nature Trail #14","<b>Length: 3.5 mls Loop</b><br>We did not go to Africa to hike Wahrani but doesn�t it sound like someplace near the Serengeti? According to Nathan Lott�s '60 Hikes Within 60 Miles of Richmond', the trail was originally called: 'The Warreneye Nature Trail', in honor of the eighteenth-century warreneye church that once stood here."]
Text[215]=["Belle Isle #15","<b>Length: 2.1 mls Loop</b><br>Belle Isle is a deceptively named, family friendly, wheelchair accessible hike in the middle of the James River with the downtown skyline of Richmond, VA visible in the background. If you just walked around and looked only at the river, the trees, the birds, the climbing cliffs, etc, you would certainly agree that it is a �Belle Isle�."]
Text[216]=["Wintergreen #16","<b>Length: 13.2 mls Loop</b><br>Wintergreen is known mainly for its ski slopes and resort facilities but did you know that it has over 30 miles of trails? The Wintergreen Nature Foundation maintains the trails and we were very impressed by how well they are maintained. They publish a map of all their trails which can be purchased from the WNF at the Trillium House for $3."]
Text[217]=["Apple Orchard Falls #17","<b>Length: 5.6 mls Loop</b><br>Are you looking for a hike with lots of streams? If so, this is a hike you should do, and is one of the most popular hikes in the Jefferson N.F. You will either be right next to streams or within sight of a stream for about 90% of this hike. The highlight of the trail is the 200� Apple Orchard Falls with a very nice viewing area constructed by the Forest Service in 2000."]
Text[218]=["Humpback Rocks #18","<b>Length: 4.0 mls Loop</b><br>Humpback Rocks is a very popular hike due to its proximity to the Blue Ridge Parkway and I-64 near Afton Mountain. Most people do it as a 1.0 mile up and back. We decided to add a few miles for the return trip by following the Appalachian Trail North and a couple of un-named blue-blazed trails."]
Text[219]=["Torry Ridge #19","<b>Length: 9.1 mls Loop</b><br>The Torry Ridge hike, just south of Waynesboro VA, passes through one of the premier campgrounds in the GWNF, Sherando Lake. With both camper and tent camping as well as a fantastic lake with a man made beach, this hike plus other trails in the area such as St Mary's Wilderness, makes this a great weekend getaway spot."]
Text[220]=["James River #20","<b>Length: 6.3 mls Loop</b><br>This was a great hike to do without having to go to the mountains and if you like water, you�ll love this hike located mostly within the City of Richmond James River Park System. For an urban hike, there was a little bit of everything."]
Text[221]=["Spy Rock #21","<b>Length: 3.1 mls Out/Back</b><br>Spy Rock would be a great hike to do after hiking Crabtree Falls as it's just a few miles up VA56 from Crabtree Falls near Montebello, VA. There are plenty of good campsites near Spy Rock but no water sources."]

Text[301]=["Cranberry River #1","<b>Length: 18.9 mls Loop</b><br>In the Cranberry Backcountry, this 18.9 mile circuit hike traverses a ridge of old growth forest, and follows the banks of Cranberry River. Early October, when the leaves change color, is probably the prettiest time to take this backpack. The valley explodes in oranges, reds, and yellows."]
Text[302]=["Hungry Mother State Park #2","<b>Length: 6.5 mls Loop</b><br>You�ll have to go to Southwest Virginia to hike this trail. It's one of the best maintained trails we have been on with some great views, the best being at Molly Knob. The trail is not too strenuous except for the Molly Knob Vista Trail. There are sections of the trail with thick coverings of rhododendron on either side that will be absolutely beautiful when blooming."]

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