Tag: VA
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Day 159: We Found Lindt Heaven
Fantastic views, some very unusual features along a river and chocolate heaven. I think it would be fair to say that we had a pretty great day.
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Day 149: Adventure In Devil’s Marbleyard
This rocky trail takes you up to a boulder field near the top of the mountain. We scrambled about halfway up and sat there, taking in the views of the valley below and surrounding mountains.
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Day 148: Earning The Views
It’s our last day to explore the Shenandoahs. It’s going to be a beautiful, sunny, breezy 75F summer day, the perfect weather for the 3 hikes we have picked out.
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Day 137: Exploring One Of America’s BEST Drives
The Skyline Drive has been such a beautiful, peaceful, inspiring drive. Each trail has had a slightly different feel, each section of the drive has had different wildflowers mixed in along the road. This is our first visit to the Shenandoahs and we’re already planning to come back.
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Day 136: Queen City Of The Valley
Nicknamed the “Queen City of the Valley,” this town was once the county seat of the largest county in the world—larger than Germany or France and even larger than most of the principalities of Europe. Can you guess its name?
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Shenandoah National Park
Shenandoah National Park, nestled in the picturesque Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, is a captivating natural wonderland that enthralls visitors with its breathtaking beauty and abundant biodiversity.
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Virginia State & National Parks + Forests
Discover the natural wonders and diverse recreational opportunities of Virginia’s parks. From the breathtaking beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Grayson Highlands State Park and the historical significance of Staunton River Battlefield State Park to the serene coastal landscapes of Westmoreland State Park
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Day 105: Devil’s Den with Man’s Best Friend
The name “Devil’s Den” refers to a 600-million-year-old cave formation comprised of several layers of rock, which contain many large rooms. A steep and narrow trail leads towards this huge, spectacular cave.
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Where to Find Wild Ponies in the Eastern US
The wild Mustangs of the western states might the best known wild horses in the United States, but there are quite a few opportunities to see these beloved animals on the East Coast
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Day 104: 70 miles on the Blue Ridge Parkway
Today we drove from near mile marker 108 to 178 on the Blue Ridge Parkway, a section we’ve never been on before. It’s absolutely beautiful, with stunning views on both sides and interesting places to stop and explore along the way.
