ハーディー郡のおすすめウォーキング＆ハイキングルート

At Cranny Crow overlook in Lost River State Park, marvel at the panoramic view that stretches across five counties in two states, including Hardy, Grant, and Pendleton Counties in West Virginia, and Rockingham and Shenandoah Counties in Virginia.

Bucktail Trail is well-marked trail in Wardensville Management Area, going around Halfmoon Mountain. It is a consistent hike through the forest, with 1870 ft of elevation gain, involving creek crossings with some rocky parts. There are a few campsites on the way, if you decide to do it as an overnight trip.

Long Mountain Trail leads to the peak of Long Mountain, and is a short option to hike to the summit. The whole Long Mountain Trail goes until Trout Run Road, and it can be done as an overnight trip. This path is not as steep as the long other way and is a good option for those who want to be in a more secluded area of the national forest. This trail is also known as Crack Whip Furnance Trail.

Long Mountain is on a large ridge line in the Wardensville Wildlife Management Area, the prominence of the peak is 1435 ft high. The area is great to spot wildlife and enjoy the nice vistas of the forest. Long Mountain Trail passes by the highest part and it goes for a bit more than one mile.

Halfmoon Mountain as the name says, has the form of a halfmoon with expansive panoramic views of North Halfmoon Valley. The mountain can be accessed by Halfmoon Trail (short) or Bucktail Trail (long); both paths are well marked, choosing which one you take depends if you want more of an easy hike to the viewpoint or a long loop in the forest leading to the top.

A very scenic peak composed of special geological conformations.

Nice view of Tibbets knob, but requires bushwhacking to get to the overlook.

Cool rock formation and cliffs with incredible views.