"Went up to the summit and into a cloud at the same time. Looked at atmospheric soundings and LCL from slightly earlier in the day (recorded by NWS Blacksburg) and found that we were 1300 feet up into the clouds!" — colinborders • Mar 22, 2026

"After hiking Flat Top Mountain, we drove country roads over to Shenandoah National Park and hiked up the marvelous Hightop. Phenomenal views of Shenandoah Valley, SNP, and Massanutten Mountain. Short hike with rewarding, epic views. " — runshigleyrun • Feb 20, 2026

"The climb up Peters Mountain is spectacular, with the sound of rushing water and views of near and distant mountains. It's a rather difficult climb in the snow, but it was definitely worth it. The rest of the day was extremely difficult with many climbs along the ridge as I trudged through thick snow and ice. The epic views arrive in the latter part of the ridge. I was eager to enter West Virginia as I climbed through beautiful snow and pine tree forests. The end of the Allegheny Trail connects to the AT near the peak of Peters Mountain. In order to reach the top, I had to leave the trail (and my blaze orange cap) and make my way up to the rocky top. " — runshigleyrun • Feb 14, 2026

"My 500th peak since moving to the Roanoke Valley 4 years and 8 months ago. McAfee was also my first peak after my move. I certainly earned it today in treacherous conditions of ice and snow. Not surprisingly, I had McAfee to myself on this frigid day." — runshigleyrun • Feb 8, 2026

"A rugged, slow hike/run from Rte 635 up a rocky and snowy Appalachian Trail. The views are marvelous from Wind Rock, but it was staying true to its name on this frigid winter day." — runshigleyrun • Jan 18, 2026