Appalachian Trail
Skyline Drive
Shenandoah National Park

(340)535-6331

The Appalachian Trail is a continuous footpath that is 2,160 unbroken miles and extends from Maine to Georgia along the Appalachian Mountain. One hundred miles of the trail passes through the Shenandoah National Park south of Big Meadow, between Thorton Gap and Front Royal. It is considered a premier recreational hiking trail with gentle grades, climbs rarely exceeding 500 - 1,000 feet and roadside amenities. The Potomac Appalachian Trail Club maintain several backpacking cabins in the park. Please contact them for more information (703)242-0693.

George Washington National Forest
LEE RANGER DISTRICT
Fort Valley Rd.(approx. 5 miles from Front Royal)
Fort Valley, Virginia

(540)984-4101

There are 400 miles of trails (interpretive, non-motorized & motorized) over 190,000 acres in the Lee Ranger District of the Forest. There are 6 interpretive trails ranging from 0.2 miles - 0.6 miles. Trail guides and maps are available through Lee Ranger District Office, Potomac Appalachian Trail Club (540)242-0965 or Royal Oak Bookshop in Front Royal (540)635-7070.

Happy Creek Trail
Adjacent to Commerce Avenue

(540)635-7819

This trail is located adjacent to Commerce Avenue and runs 1 1/4 miles. It is designed for walkers, runners, bikers and hikers. It runs from Front Street on the north side of Town to E. Main Street on the southern end of Town. The Town of Front Royal oversees the Trail.

Northern VA 4-H Educational Center
600 4-H Center Road

(540)635-7171

The Appalachian Trail runs through the 4-H property. Reservations are encourgaged. The 4-H Center is located approximately 4 miles from Front Royal on Route 522 South. Please visit the website to learn more.

Raymond R. Guest State Park
Rt. 340 South (approx. 8 miles from Front Royal)

(540)622-6840
(800)933-PARK

Enjoy the Shenandoah River and the Shendoah Valley at its best with 13 miles of trails, 6 being multi-use. Please visit the website to learn more.

Shenandoah National Park
Rt. 340 (1/4 mile from Front Royal)

(540)999-3500

Enjoy approximately 500 trails, including 101 miles of the Appalachain Trail. Many trails are accessed from Skyline Drive. Some short trails lead to a waterfall or viewpoint. Some longer and more difficult trails penetrate deep into the forest and wilderness. Several publications that list hiking trails and maps are available at the Park Visitor Centers. To Backpack in the park you must obtain a permit from the Ranger Station. There is no cost for this permit, but a fine will be levied on those caught without a permit. Please visit the website for more information.

Twin Creeks Llamas
427 Turtle Lane
Browntown, Virgina

(540) 631-9175

Enjoy a guided llama hike into the Shenandoah Valley. Reservations are first come first serve. Please visit the website to learn more.

Waterlick Grocery
4745 Strasburg Rd

540-998-0816

Waterlick Grocery is a local outfitter for the area offering mountain biking, hiking, kayaking, climbing and caving.

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