The Top 16 Attractions in Rappahannock County
There are plenty of places to see and visit in Rappahannock County. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Rappahannock County is a region where 16
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: December 13, 2025
Little Devils Stairs Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Waterfall
This section of the Little Devils Stairs Loop basically will take you up the Keyser Run stream. Throughout this section, you will have to cross the stream multiple times and …
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Bolen Cemetery
Highlight • Historical Site
Buried in this cemetery are the descendants of those who lived in this area until the federal state decided to create a park.
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Compton Gap Trailhead
Highlight • Trail
Compton Gap Trailhead is actually situated at Compton Gap and is on the National Register of Historic Places. The views from Compton Gap are great, but if you decide to …
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Hogback Overlook
Highlight • Viewpoint
This is the longest overlook in the area, stretching nearly a quarter mile. To the north, you'll be greeted with breathtaking views of Gimlet Ridge, Allegheny Mountains, and Mathews Arm.
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Tunnel Overlook
Highlight • Viewpoint
This is one of the most popular viewpoints in Shenandoah National Park. It looks east from an elevation of 2,510 feet (756 m), toward the town of Sperryville in the …
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Mount Marshall Overlook
Highlight • Viewpoint
This point overlooks to the southeast onto the Piedmont region, Jenkins Mountain, and Keyser Mountain. This area was owned by John Marshall, Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of the …
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Hogwallow Flats Overlook
Highlight • Viewpoint
This viewpoint at an altitude of 2,665 ft (812 m) offers views of Rappahannock County and the town of Flint Hill. However, what stands out the most is the peak on the right side.
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Hazel Mountain Overlook
Highlight • Viewpoint
This lookout point has an interesting granodiorite formation underfoot. That is literally the bedrock of the Blue Ridge Mountains, originally formed miles beneath the earth's surface. When you look out …
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Pinnacles Overlook
Highlight • Viewpoint
Pinnacle Ridge is the obvious star of this 3,320-foot (1011 m) lookout point, but you can also see Hot Mountain to the left of the ridge, and Old Rag Mountain …
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Rattlesnake Point Overlook
Highlight • Viewpoint
At this point, you can witness at least six distinct mountains spanning from east to west, including Jenkins Mountain, Pignut Mountain, Oventop Mountain, Old Rag, Marys Rock, and Stoney Man Mountain.
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