Trails
There are plenty of scenic trails to explore in Charlottesville, Albemarle County, and the nearby Shenandoah National Park, with options for visitors of all backgrounds and abilities.
A great place for day hikes, the Shenandoah National Park includes 500 miles of beautiful trails and 200,000 acres of protected lands.
You'll find 80 miles of maintained trails for walking, running, hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking within Albemarle County’s parks and greenways. Within the city of Charlottesville, you can bike, hike and jog along 6 miles of paved trails and about 30 miles of nature trails.
Recommended Hikes Near Charlottesville:
- The Saunders-Monticello Trail
- The Rivanna Trail
- Boar’s Head Resort Trail System
- Blue Hole
- Ragged Mountain Natural Area
Accessible Trails:
- Portions of The Saunders-Monticello Trail
- Riverview Trail (between Riverview Park and VFW fields)
- Schenk’s Greenway
- Azalea Park pathways
- Pen Park entry path and fitness trail
- Link to accessible experiences
Be sure to check ahead of time to ensure that the trail you’re using allows dogs!
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