Blue Dove > Things To Do > Hiking
We built our home in the Shenandoah Valley for the mountains: to gaze at them, to wake up to them and to hike them. There are dozens of places to hike nearby. Here are a few of our favorites, ones that we return to time and again. Click on any map icon to find (A) the hike on a map and (B) directions to the trail head.
Big House Mountain |
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This hike has two parts: a 60-minute, moderate climb up to the saddle between Big House and Little House mountain, followed by a 20-minute, steep climb up to the Big House Mountain overlook. Although the final 20 minutes are difficult, it is well worth the panoramic vista to the south and west.
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Otter Creek Trail |
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Otter Creek Trail parallels the Blue Ridge Parkway and Otter Creek as it winds from Otter Creek Campground to the James River Visitor Center. The trail is an easy 3.5 mile hike.
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James River Foot Bridge |
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The James River Foot Bridge carries the Appalachian Trail over the James River just before the eastbound river cuts through the Blue Ridge Mountains. (Resume here.)
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