Archive for the ‘Other - Outdoor Recreation’ Category

Are there good tent sites for camping along the Appalachian Trail in the Shenandoah National Park?

Tuesday, September 8th, 2009

LeRoy asked: I am planning a section hike in the Shenandoah National Park in September/October. I've studied the maps and SNP guide book. Any information or suggestions that can be offered concerning camping sites near the trail -- especially in the Southern and Central Districts -- would be appreciated. Since ...

Can you you backpack/camp in any of these parks around the Va,MD,WV,PA area?

Sunday, June 21st, 2009

CDUBBLES asked: Allegheny national forest Shenandoah national park Jefferson national park George Washington National Forest Cumberland Gap National Park Appalachian National Scenic Trail Great Falls Park Riverbend Park Harpers Ferry National Historic Park Gettysburg national military park Valley Forge National Historic Park Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail Glen Echo Park Catoctin Mountain Park Sky Meadows State Park Mason Neck State Park Leesylvania State Park ...

hiking the narrows in zion in october?

Tuesday, January 20th, 2009

Jianing H asked: We are planning to visit Zion national park in october. I'm very interested in hiking the narrows. How far can we go w/o getting wet? Or do we have to get dry suits and what not?DANE