Offering scenic landscapes and rural charm, Rockingham County, Virginia, is a top destination for biking enthusiasts. As the state’s largest agricultural producer, it features picturesque farmlands and diverse terrains. Nearly one-third of the area is designated as National Park or National Forest, providing abundant natural beauty to explore. Hills...

After 14 years of earthly and out-of-this-world designs, we’re diving into the unknown. Explore an ocean of corn including coral, octopus, and jellyfish-filled paths… or get swallowed up by the entire 34 acre maze!. The corn mazes at Liberty Mills Farm offer plenty of fun while challenging the...

Overland Expo is returning to Arrington, Virginia for its annual Overland Expo East event October 4-6, 2024 at Oak Ridge Estate. If you’re not familiar with Overland Expo, it’s an event series for doers, travelers, explorers, friends, families, dreamers, vagabonds and everyone in between. Overland Expo is a...

Pocahontas County, West Virginia, offers endless mountain biking opportunities, from heart-pumping trails to gentle paths that hone your skills. As fall sets in, immerse yourself in the vibrant foliage that blankets the county’s terrain. Pedal through landscapes ablaze with reds, oranges and golds, framed by the rugged mountain vistas. Whether you’re a seasoned rider or a beginner looking to find your rhythm, there’s a perfect route for you here.

Every fall, southern West Virginia becomes home to one of the top stretches of whitewater in the country. What paddlers and rafters affectionately call Gauley Season marks the exciting time of year when scheduled releases from Summersville Dam dump into the Gauley River, boosting the river’s class II-V rapids to be bigger and faster.

On the cover: Bikers ride Slate Rock, part of Pilot Cove Loop, in North Carolina’s Pisgah National Forest. Photo by Jared Kay. A Virginia man’s decade-long daily cycling streak. An adventure dad can’t tie knots. Pedal hard with the best new biking gear. Fresh tunes from Billy...

Hiking, camping and other outdoor activities are wonderful ways to stay active and enjoy the fall weather. In addition to staying hydrated and wearing proper sun protection, it is important to protect yourself against insects like mosquitos and ticks – especially if you are pregnant. Insect-borne illnesses are on...

Bedford, Virginia, nestled just off the Blue Ridge Parkway and voted Top Small Adventure Town in both 2020 and 2023, is a wonderful place to explore via bike. Whether you’re looking to challenge yourself on a road cycling route, send it down some singletrack, or take a scenic gravel ride, Bedford has the perfect terrain to suit your adventure.

When it comes to planning your next biking adventure, look no further than the hundreds of miles of trails snaking through the 43 Virginia State Parks. Home to some of the best views and waterways in Virginia, and with trails for all ages and skill levels, there’s no better way to take it all in than a day spent on your two-wheeled rig.

Discover a hidden gem in Fluvanna County, where the fun never stops! Located just outside of Charlottesville and about 45 minutes from Short Pump, Fluvanna is ready to welcome both short-term visitors and week-long adventurers looking to experience the best of Virginia’s countryside by bike. A Gem on the...

Nestled in the Allegheny Mountains, Laurel Highlands, Pennsylvania, is a top biking destination with a diverse mix of trails and scenic routes. It offers everything from challenging singletracks to picturesque rail trails like the Great Allegheny Passage. Whether you’re an experienced rider or a casual cyclist, the Laurel Highlands delivers an unforgettable biking experience.

The Blue Ridge region has great entry-level routes for multi-day, two-wheeled getaways. Curious about where to go bikepacking? Riding into the woods on two wheels with all the essentials strapped to your bike is a fun way to cover big miles during a single trip. But working up to a multi-day getaway takes a little practice and preparation. Fortunately, in the Blue Ridge region, there are plenty of options for entry-level bikepackers still getting their rigs dialed. Here are a handful of easy-to-follow off-road routes that offer plenty of amenities for budding long-distance cyclists.

At 75, Soren West fulfilled a childhood dream of thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail with help from his dog. It was 2016 when Soren West palmed his 9-year-old grandson’s shoulder and gazed out from the 5,250-foot peak of New Hampshire’s Mount Lafayette into a momentarily spotlit expanse in the 800,000-acre White National Forest. His long white beard and hair, cultivated over 1,850 northbound miles of Appalachian Trail thru-hiking, whipped in the howling, misty wind as clouds tumbled through the now blue, now angry sky like strips of gnarled cotton. West’s typically mild-mannered 8-year-old golden retriever, Theo, began to bark.

The intense heat is starting to break, and the first hints of refreshing breezes are reminding us fall is just around the corner. Autumn in the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast regions are uniquely stunning due to diverse landscapes and elevations, resulting in long and colorful foliage seasons. To prepare for leaf-peeping,...

Nestled in the heart of the Allegheny Mountains, Elkins, West Virginia, is a hidden gem waiting to be explored. Known as a Mon Forest Town and the base camp of the Monongahela National Forest, Elkins offers a unique blend of natural beauty, historical significance, and vibrant local culture. Whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast, history buff, or lover of the arts, Elkins promises an unforgettable experience.

Although most of the eastern United States was once covered by old-growth forest, most Americans have never been in old growth. Perhaps you are wondering whether you are one of the lucky few, remembering a time you stood in cool shade, feet on soft soil, and felt a sense of wonder.

The Blue Ridge Mountains have the rugged landscape to shape adventurers into elite athletes. Just ask Jennifer Valente—a San Diego resident, who trains in and around Roanoke, Va., with the local professional cyclist group, Virginia’s Blue Ridge TWENTY24—who earned two gold medals last week for the U.S. women’s cycling team and helped set a national record in the process.

Founded in the 1740s, the City of Frederick, Maryland and Frederick County have been at the heart of significant historical events from the Colonial period, the American Revolution, the Civil War, the Industrial Revolution, and well into the 20th century. The county’s landscapes and waterways have been witness to and shaped by these events, making it a region where history and nature intertwine seamlessly, and where outdoor recreation is a way of life.

Nestled in the heart of Virginia’s Mountain Region, the Alleghany Highlands of Virginia is a hidden gem brimming with natural beauty, outdoor adventures, and charming small-town culture. Whether you’re an avid hiker, a history enthusiast, or someone seeking a serene getaway, the Alleghany Highlands offers something for everyone. Here are the top ten things you must do when visiting this picturesque region.

SoSi stretches throughout Danville, founded in 1793, and Pittsylvania County, founded in 1767, encompassing a rich tapestry of architectural and agricultural history. This area is a testament to centuries of development, with historic buildings that narrate tales of the past and sprawling farmlands that reflect the region’s agricultural legacy.