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While on the Power Line Trail, cross over the Appalachian Trail carefully, as it is a very busy trail with hikers.

The Cool Spring Battlefield (often referred to as the Shenandoah River Campus at Cool Spring Battlefield) is a historical location from the Civil War. There is a lot of history to learn about here, and there are informational signs with a guided walking tour if you are interested. The paths around the property are smooth and easy to follow, so anyone in the family can likely get out for this walk.

There is a small waterfall here off the side of the trail. There is no sign marking where to turn, but you can literally hear and see the water from the side of the trail if the current is strong enough. The best time to see the falls in full force is right after a big rain.

The section of the Appalachian Trail leading to the Sam Moore Shelter is super well-marked with signs and blazes. The shelter, itself, is a standard primitive shelter that resembles many of the others you'll find along the trail in Virginia and is down a short spur trail. It comes with a fire ring and a separate picnic area (don't eat inside the shelter!).

Buzzard Hill is one of many lower summits you can hit while hiking this section of the Appalachian Trail. The summit only reaches up to 1,301 feet, but it's higher than many of the surrounding foothills, so you get a pretty good view down into the valley from the lookout area. No matter which direction you come from, be prepared for a hilly hike both during your approach and your return.

Bears Den Overlook is a really popular lookout spot along the Appalachian Trail. The viewpoint peers over the Shenandoah River Valley from some rocky outcrops. There is a nearby hostel and parking lot at Bears Den Park that you can loop around during your hike.

The Appalachian Trail is one of the most important hiking routes in America. It runs on the Appalachian chain on the east coast of the United States of America.

From this point there is a beautiful view of the surrounding area. It can be reached by hiking part of the Appalachian Trail.