Raven Rocks and Bear's Den
The Raven Rocks and Bear's Den trailheads are the closest Appalachian Trail access to GWG and offer excellent hiking.
Joe Steiner |
The Good Wolf Blog
Check out what’s happening in Herndon and join us for workshops, hikes, and meet-ups. Celebrate the great outdoors with the people who love it.
-
Raven Rocks and Bear's Den -
Elizabeth Furnace Recreation AreaElizabeth Furnace Recreation Area
Elizabeth Furnace Recreation Area is about an hour and 15 minutes west of GWG and offers trails to Signal Knob, a year-round campground, and many backpacking opportunities on Massanutten Mountain.
Joe Steiner |
-
Trout Pond and (Good) Wolf GapTrout Pond and (Good) Wolf Gap
Trout Pond and Wolf Gap Recreation Areas are located just across the W.V. line, less than 2 hours from Good Wolf Gear. Hike to Big Schloss and Tibbet Knob, or...
Joe Steiner |
-
Sky MeadowsSky Meadows
Sky Meadows is an hour from Good Wolf Gear and is popular for day hiking. It is one of the best destinations for beginning backpackers and provides access to the...
Joe Steiner |
-
Catoctin Mountain ParkCatoctin Mountain Park
Catoctin Mountain Park is located in Maryland, about 80 minutes north of GWG, and is managed by the National Park Service. The park features popular trails on the east side,...
Joe Steiner |
-
Gear: Stop Bugging Me!Gear: Stop Bugging Me!
It isn't summer without bugs, and you don't want to be on their menu. Hopefully these tips will keep you outside all summer and off of the menu!
Joe Steiner |
-
Travel: Tips for Village-to-Village hiking in EuropeTravel: Tips for Village-to-Village hiking in Europe
You can hire a company to arrange logistics, including baggage transport; Trails are generally more developed than US trails; You will avoid the crowds and see the local culture; Enjoy...
Joe Steiner |
-
Shenandoah: Backcountry PermitsShenandoah: Backcountry Permits
Did you know that Shenandoah National Park now requires permits for overnight stays in the backcountry? Permits for Old Rag parking have been required since 2022, and the backcountry permits...
Joe Steiner |
-
Food: Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with Mountain MargaritasFood: Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with Mountain Margaritas
Have you ever wanted to celebrate Cinco de Mayo - or any other day - with a margarita while you were out hiking? Sure, you can wrap a Nalgene bottle...
Joe Steiner |
-
Gear: April Fuels DayGear: April Fuels Day
"How much fuel do I need for my new backpacking stove?" is a common question at the store. Of course, the answer is "It depends." Boiling pasta for 10 minutes...
Joe Steiner |
-
Local Trails: A One-Week Thru Hike at Massanutten MountainLocal Trails: A One-Week Thru Hike at Massanutten Mountain
Maybe you wish you could be one of the thru-hikers starting out on the Appalachian Trail this time of year, but maybe you don’t quite have the time or ambition to...
Joe Steiner |
-
Cold Weather Hiking and Camping: How to Keep WarmCold Weather Hiking and Camping: How to Keep Warm
I hate the cold, but I also hate to give up camping for the whole winter because it brings clear night skies, better views after the trees have dropped their...
Tana Sarntinoranont |
-
Local Trails: Winter Hiking on the Potomac Heritage Trail!Local Trails: Winter Hiking on the Potomac Heritage Trail!
Don’t put your hiking shoes away for winter, because this is a great time to enjoy the Potomac Heritage Trail (PHT). The PHT is actually a network of trails stretching...
Joe Steiner |
-
Native Plants: Christmas FernNative Plants: Christmas Fern
After the last leaf has fallen and other plants have died back for winter, the Christmas Fern (Polystichum acrostichoides) brings a touch of green to the forest floor all winter...
Joe Steiner |
