January 2024

When I first started hiking regularly, I wasn’t chasing miles or elevation, I just needed to get outside, breathe some fresh mountain air, and find a bit of peace. Central Virginia, with its winding ridgelines and endless sky, offered that and so much more. If you’re new to hiking (or just want to ease into…

If you’re looking for a trail that lets you slip into nature without leaving the city behind, the Rivanna Trail is one of Charlottesville’s best-kept (but well-loved) secrets. It’s a 20+ mile urban wilderness loop that winds its way around the city, through neighborhoods, forests, riverbanks, and quiet green pockets most people don’t even realize…

Spring’s rolling in, and you can bet I’m grabbing my pack and hitting the trail. Central Virginia has no shortage of beautiful hikes, but if you’re heading out solo (like I often do), a little prep goes a long way. There’s a big difference between heading out for a peaceful hike… and getting caught with…

If you’re in Central Virginia and looking for a rewarding hike with killer views (and a few solid leg workouts), Crabtree Falls is one of those spots that makes you stop and just breathe it all in. With the tallest cascading waterfall east of the Mississippi, it’s not hard to see why this trail is…