Virginia is for all kinds of outdoor lovers
Whether you're a fall mountain hiker, a spring dock sitter (because you're not a mountain hiker!), or a summer beach lounger, Virginia's got something for every type of outdoor lover.
A four season destination with an abundance of adventures, Virginia’s outdoor experiences are seemingly endless. From the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains to the calming Chesapeake Bay, the beauty of Virginia’s landscape is legendary.
But look closer and you’ll see there’s far more than a static landscape. Virginia’s outdoor destinations are also home to wineries and breweries, vibrant small towns, luxury resorts, cozy cabins, secluded campgrounds, epic hiking and biking trails, and every type of paddling.
So what kind of outdoor lover are you? We've included trip planning inspiration below - find your perfect Virginia adventure and come love it for yourself.
Outdoor Experiences
Family Floats
Virginia is blessed with paddling waters aplenty — slow moving blackwater streams drifting into the Atlantic coastal plain, tidal…
19 Family Bike Rides in Virginia
Remember when you were a kid pedaling your favorite two-wheeler through the neighborhood? Recall the fun, the freedom, and the…
16 Amazing Camping Spots
With a sky full of bright stars overhead and the soothing sounds of crickets chirping, the experience of camping connects you to…
30+ Freshwater Swimming Holes
Summer calls for a dip in the water, and we have fresh mountain streams and rivers that you’ll find most refreshing on a hot day…
Hiking With Kids
Moments as simple as discovering some fascinating bug, or collecting different colored autumn leaves, or maybe having a picnic in…
Backpacking Trips
The state of Virginia is blessed with plentiful tracts of wild lands, places where backpackers can find large parcels of terrain…
Great Places for Whitewater Kayaking in Virginia
With a host of rivers, streams and creeks coursing through Virginia’s rolling picturesque landscape, it comes as no surprise that…
10 Must Do Hikes in Shenandoah National Park
Shenandoah National Park is the scenic mountain haven of the Mid-Atlantic, the glittering jewel in the crown of the Virginia…
20 Virginia Flatwater Paddling Destinations
When it comes to flatwater paddling possibilities, Virginia is hard to beat. Not only does it have numerous bays, coves, and…
Outdoor Adventure Road Trips
When road tripping through Virginia, you will experience an incredible variety of landscapes, terrain, and habitats in which to…
30+ Outdoor Activities for Kids
Every spring, summer, and even autumn, outdoor adventures in Virginia should be on your agenda. But with so many options, how do…