• Backpacking the Southern Side of North Fork Mountain

    Backpacking the Southern Side of North Fork Mountain

    There are places in this world that make you feel small in the best way possible—places where the earth beneath your feet humbles you with how ancient and strong it is. North Fork Mountain is one of those places for me. I have hiked both ends of this mountain, on the north side there’s Chimney Read more

  • Yellow Cliffs: A Secluded Day Hike or Overnight Escape

    Yellow Cliffs: A Secluded Day Hike or Overnight Escape

    If you’re searching for a peaceful, sun-soaked escape with breathtaking views, Yellow Cliffs is a hidden gem just off Highway 211 outside of New Market, Virginia. This short but rewarding hike winds through wildflower-filled trails, steep climbs, and rocky scrambles before revealing an open, sun-drenched summit perfect for spending an entire afternoon. The trail to Read more

  • Camping Kennedy Peak

    Camping Kennedy Peak

    Last weekend, on an unseasonably warm February day, we hiked up Kennedy Peak. We started in weather warm enough for single-layer clothing, and woke up the next day to snow covered mountains. We traveled up from the lower parking lot off of Rte 675 (also used for access to Stephen’s Trail). We were under the Read more