Winter Sports
Visitors are welcome to enjoy winter in the George Washington and Jefferson National Forests. Popular activities include hiking and cross country skiing.
XC Skiing/Snowshoeing
Winter usually brings a few snowstorms to the George Washington and Jefferson National Forests, offering opportunities to enjoy cross-country skiing or snowshoeing.
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Elk Garden Trailhead
Site Open
Spectacular views for motorists and a prime trailhead for hikers and horseback riders, Elk Garden is one of the most popular trailheads in the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area. From this…
Whitetop Mountain Observation Site
Site Open
Whitetop Mountain is the second highest mountain in Virginia and offers the highest public road in the state which leads to a summit of 5525 feet. The summit provides panoramic views of three states…