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Grayson Highlands State Park: A unique mountain ecosystem

By Starr AndersonPosted October 09, 2025
Grayson Highlands is the highest state park in Virginia, with elevations topping 5,089 feet. This altitude creates an environment more like what you’d find hundreds of miles north in New England than what’s typical of the southern Appalachians.
The view from Little Pinnacle, the highest peak in Grayson Highlands State Park

Trail running through Trail Quest: Q&A with Master Hiker, Jessica Hairfield

By Haley RodgersPosted October 29, 2024
Interviewing Master Hiker Jessica Hairfield on her experience with Trail Quest. Jessica is a trail runner who ran on the trails during most of her park visits. She shares her experiences, her favorite parks to trail run at and advice for new runners.
Park ranger presents a certificate that says Master Hiker on it to Jessica who is holding a snake, in front of a sign that reads "Welcome to Pocahontas State Park"

5 Incredible Parks for a Day Hike in Western Virginia

By Shellie AnnePosted July 10, 2019
Escape the crowds and hit one of these scenic hiking trails in western Virginia, you'll thank yourself for it later.
Experience hiking in the highest part of Virginia at Grayson Highlands State Park, jaw dropping scenery at every turn

Virginia's Best Horse Camping

By Shellie AnnePosted September 27, 2018
Did you know seven Virginia State Parks offer Equestrian Camping? Read on to find out which seven, and more.
Overnight stables at Grayson Highlands State Park, Va

Hike or Walk the Top Five Landscapes in Virginia this Spring

By Shellie AnnePosted April 10, 2015
Spring time is your invitation to get outside, and Virginia State Parks offers some of the most diverse landscapes to hike and walk and take it all in from the Cumberland Gap to the Atlantic seashore.
Tunnel Hill Trail will get you  this view from the top at Natural Tunnel State Park

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