
7 virtual hikes to take when you want to hit the trails
Traveling has come to a halt and parks across the country have closed their trails, but that doesn’t mean you can’t get breathtaking hiking views from your couch.

Calling all hiking enthusiasts (and aspiring ones!): Join Wanderbirds for great trails and new friendships
The Wanderbirds, a local, all-volunteer club, organizes hikes every Sunday of the year in the DMV—and has been since 1934.

5 kid-friendly hikes to try in Northern Virginia
Maybe you were an avid hiker pre-kids. But even with that baby-in-a-backpack Bjorn made for hiking, sometimes you just need an easy trail. Here are five places the kids—and you—can stretch your legs worry-free.

3 ways to enjoy Great Falls National Park’s beautiful views
There are miles of trails at Great Falls Park, and you don’t have to be an expert hiker to experience one of NoVA’s very best natural attractions.

3 dog-friendly hiking trails in Northern Virginia and Washington, DC
Going for a walk doesn’t have to be limited to the neighborhood. Take your pooch on a local hike for even more fun and exercise.

A NoVA local shares her experience of thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail
I quit my job to hike the Appalachian Trail. But you can get (almost) the same benefits if you hit the trail in a less-dramatic fashion.