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The Humpback Rocks Trail begins at the south end of the Humpback Gap. About a half-mile up the blue-blazed trail, hikers can take a spur trail on the left to reach Humpback Rocks, enjoying a strenuous 700-foot climb that rewards with stunning views of the Rockfish and Shenandoah Valleys. Continuing straight at the fork, hikers can reach the summit of Humpback Mountain for more great views. The trail is marked with blue blazes and sometimes white when part of the Appalachian Trail.

At 2,981 feet, Turk Mountain offers a stunning panoramic view of the area. The final stretch to the summit is rocky and might require a bit of walking, but the views make the challenge worthwhile.

Turk Mountain is a summit with easy access close to Crimora; the hike to the peak is short but enjoyable. Though not a very high summit, it has an expansive 360 degree view of the surroundings from the top. Turk Mountain is in the south section of Shenandoah National Park, which charges a fee to enter; you can find more information at: https://www.nps.gov/shen/planyourvisit/fees.htm

This is a 1.2-mile trail that follows Mine Bank Creek all the way, descending and later ascending. As the trail begins to climb you will see various little cascades flowing down. The trail is part of Saint Mary’s Wilderness loop, and this section is a bit more overgrown than the rest, so to make the full loop it’s better to wear long pants. This area is not so frequented so you may find some solitude here.

Just a little almost hidden outlook to the right of trail going up the mountain, there’s a rock outcropping and gorgeous views!!!

Completed in 1858 by the Virginia Central Railway, The Crozet Tunnel is 4,273 feet long and at the time the longest tunnel in the United States. The Railway used the tunnel until 1944 and now it serves hikers and cyclists as a trail connecting nearby recreational areas.

At Milepost 13.1 on the Blue Ridge Parkway is the 3 Ridges Mountain Overlook. You are at an elevation of 2,800 feet at the overlook, but the highest summit you can see from here is 3,900 feet. The Appalachian Trail also crosses the road here, so it can be a sort of busy overlook at times.

Ravens Roost Overlook is at Milepost 10.7 on the Blue Ridge Parkway and is one of the most popular overlooks in this part of Virginia. From an elevation of 3,200 feet, you can look down into the old farming valley and along mountain ridges running perpendicular to the parkway.