We should all hike the amazing Stephens Trail before it gets too hot. It takes us the Massanutten Ridge to Kennedy Peak. The hike itself is not too difficult, with only about one mile uphill and the rest either along the ridge or through the adjacent valley. The ridge is pretty awesome and provides near constant views of the area. Kennedy Peak has a lookout tower with a 360 panorama too. More... [read more]

We should all hike the amazing Stephens Trail before it gets too hot. It takes us the Massanutten Ridge to Kennedy Peak. The hike itself is not too difficult, with only about one mile uphill and the rest either along the ridge or through the adjacent valley. The ridge is pretty awesome and provides near constant views of the area. Kennedy Peak has a lookout tower with a 360 panorama too. More info here: http://www.hikingupward.com/GWNF/StephensTrail/