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FAMOUS HIKING TRAILS NEAR WINTERGREEN
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Over 30 miles of mountain and valley trails,
from extra easy to very challenging
The trails are open to the public
Paper trail maps make for a more safe and enjoyable hike at Wintergreen. Maps are available at Wintergreen Resort's Mountain Inn and the Nature Foundation at Wintergreen.
The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen’s volunteers and staff maintain Wintergreen’s trails. The trails are open to the public. Nature Foundation’s naturalists at Trillium House offer interpretive hikes several times a month. See the nature foundation’s calendar here.
Wintergreen Mountain Trails
Listed long to short
Old Appalachian Trail
Distance: up to 3.3 miles.
Blaze Color: Red-Yellow.
Difficulty Level: MODERATE TO DIFFICULT.
Key Features: scenic vistas, hiker’s favorite. Trail has several access points; hike lengths can vary.
Google map directions to southern trailhead
Pedlars Edge Trail
Distance: 1.6 miles.
Blaze Color: Red.
Difficulty Level: DIFFICULT.
Key Features: bird watching, geology.
Google map directions to trailhead access on Blackrock
Chestnut Springs Trail
Distance: 1.1 miles.
Blaze Color: Yellow-Red.
Difficulty Level: MODERATE.
Key Features: north to south exposure.
Google map directions to access trailhead
Cedar Cliffs North Trail
Distance: 1 mile.
Blaze Color: Red.
Difficulty Level: MODERATE TO DIFFICULT.
Key Features: rocky, interesting setting.
Google map directions to trailhead
Blackrock Trail
Distance: 0.8 miles.
Blaze Color: Red.
Difficulty Level: DIFFICULT.
Key Features: rocky, plant-life, ecology, rock climbing.
Google map directions to trailhead
Upper Shamokin Gorge Trail
Distance: 0.8 mile.
Blaze Color: Red.
Difficulty Level: DIFFICULT.
Key Features: stream side, challenging.
Google map directions to trailhead via Old Appalachian Trail
Devils Knob Trail
Distance: 0.6 miles.
Blaze Color: Red-Yellow.
Difficulty Level: MODERATE.
Key Features: highest elevation, winter views, rocky footing.
Google map directions to trailhead
Shamokin Springs Nature Preserve
2006 brochure (pdf)
Distance: 0.3 miles.
Blaze Color: Yellow.
Difficulty Level: EASY.
Key Features: unique area, streams, birding, family favorite.
Google map directions to trailhead
The Plunge
Distance: 0.2 miles.
Blaze Color: Yellow.
Difficulty Level: MODERATE (if you take your time) TO DIFFICULT.
Key Features: spectacular views, geology.
Google map directions to trailhead
Ravens Roost Park
Distance: 0.1 miles.
Blaze Color: Yellow.
Difficulty Level: EASY.
Key Features: overlook platform, bird watching, great vista.
Google map directions to trailhead
Laurel Ridge Loop
Distance: 1.6 miles.
Blaze Color: Yellow.
Difficulty Level: MODERATE TO DIFFICULT.
Key Features: loop hike, ecology.
Google map directions to trailhead
Loggers Alley Trail & Access
Distance: 1.5 miles.
Blaze Color: Red-Yellow.
Difficulty Level: EASY TO MODERATE.
Key Features: bird watching, leisure walking. (Access trail runs through the ski slopes; closed in winter.)
Google map directions to trailhead on ski slope
Fortunes Ridge Trail
Distance: 1.1 miles.
Blaze Color: Red.
Difficulty Level: MODERATE TO DIFFICULT.
Key Features: waterfalls, ecology, and dense forest.
Google map directions to trailhead
Pond Hollow Trail
Distance: 1 mile.
Blaze Color: Red.
Difficulty Level: MORE DIFFICULT.
Key Features: geologic fault line, rugged terrain.
Google map directions to trailhead
Brimstone Trail
Distance: 0.8 miles.
Blaze Color: Red.
Difficulty Level: MORE DIFFICULT.
Key Features: rocky, spectacular views.
Google map directions to trailhead
Hemlock Springs Loop
Distance: 0.8 miles.
Blaze Color: Yellow-Red.
Difficulty Level: MODERATE TO DIFFICULT.
Key Features: stream, north vs. south slopes, old-growth hemlock.
Google map directions to trailhead
Cedar Cliffs Main Trail
Distance: 0.7 miles.
Blaze Color: Yellow.
Difficulty Level: MODERATE.
Key Features: ridgeline with scenic overlook at end.
Google map direction to trailhead
White Oak Trail
Distance: 0.5 mile.
Blaze Color: Yellow.
Difficulty Level: MODERATE.
Key Features: wildflowers, morning birding.
Google map directions to trailhead
Highlands Leisure Trail
Distance: 0.5 miles.
Blaze Color: Yellow-Red.
Difficulty Level: EASY TO MODERATE.
Key Features: ski slope overlook, easy access.
Google map directions to trailhead
Upper Shamokin Falls Trail
Distance: 0.4 mile.
Blaze Color: Yellow.
Difficulty Level: MODERATE.
Key Features: waterfall, stream, a family favorite. Morgans Loop offers a return from Upper Shamokin Falls with another view of the waterfall.
Google map directions to trailhead
Trillium Field
Distance: 0.1 mile.
Blaze Color: Yellow.
Difficulty Level: EASY.
Key Features: trillium flowers, informative signage, easy walk.
Google map directions to trailhead
While Wintergreen is a resort community, know that the many of the mountain and valley trails here–like most trails in the Blue Ridge Mountains–insist on being taken seriously.
It’s wise to have serious footwear as no path is perfect. A serious respect for the wildlife (both big and tiny, plant and animal) is also smart. The weather is a different force among the mountains that deserves extra consideration. Allow plenty of time for your hikes so as to be more safe and to also fully enjoy the trails. Don’t rush. Be alert. Take care when walking in Wintergreen’s wilderness, which starts and ends with your first and last step on any trail.
The best way for people and pets to avoid ticks is to stick to paths or trails that are wide and sunlit, according to the Center for Disease Control.
•Trails in Wintergreen’s valley
• Lower Shamokin Falls Trail
Distance: 1.7 miles. Blaze Color: Blue. Difficulty Level: MODERATE.
Key Features: cascading waterfall, long hike.
Google map directions to trailhead at the end of Old Stoney Creek Road
• Stoney Creek Park
Distance: 1 mile. Blaze Color: Blue. Difficulty Level: EASY.
Key Features: valley picnic spot, streamside, easy hike. Note: Not a loop trail.
Google map directions to trailhead in Stoney Creek
• Allen Creek Nature Preserve
Distance: .7 miles. Blaze Color: Blue. Difficulty Level: EASY.
Key Features: wetland, rare plants, picnic spots.
Google map directions to trailhead in Stoney Creek
• Pauls Creek Trail
Distance: 0.6 mile. Blaze Color: Blue. Difficulty Level: MODERATE.
Key Features: waterfall, swimming holes, water slide, family favorite.
Google map directions to trailhead in Stoney Creek
You hike at your own risk.
Therefore,…
Be aware that the weather can change rapidly.
Do not hike alone.
Do not underestimate the terrain.
Carry drinking water and a snack.
Be aware of wildlife and respect its space.
Wear proper attire, including footwear.
Carry a hiking map.
Stay on marked trails.
Be aware of your limitations.
Carry a cellphone, but know that coverage is not everywhere.
Most of the trails are open in the winter, but just a little snow and ice can make even easy trails treacherous.
Also see four famous hiking trails near Wintergreen
The Wintergreen Sporting Club offers a hiking group for property owners.
Learn more HERE