Monthly Archives: June 2019

Jumonville Glen Trail (Fort Necessity National Battlefield, PA)

Posted on June 30, 2019 by Andrew Wojtanik

What precisely happened on May 28, 1754 at Jumonville Glen in southwestern Pennsylvania remains unknown to this day. British forces led by a young Lieutenant Colonel George Washington claimed that, when they encountered a French contingent encamped at the base … Continue reading →

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Raven Rock Trail (Coopers Rock State Forest, WV)

Posted on June 30, 2019 by Andrew Wojtanik

At Coopers Rock State Forest in northern West Virginia, the Cheat River carves a deep, sandstone canyon through thick forest, making the area one of the most popular outdoors destinations in the Morgantown area. While most flock to the overlook … Continue reading →

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Swallow Falls Canyon Trail (Swallow Falls State Park, MD)

Posted on June 29, 2019 by Andrew Wojtanik

The roughly one-mile circuit hike in Maryland’s Swallow Falls State Park would be impressive enough if its only attraction was the last remaining stand of virgin hemlock and white pine trees in the state. But in addition to this exquisite … Continue reading →

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Humpback Rocks Trail (George Washington National Forest, VA)

Posted on June 29, 2019 by Andrew Wojtanik

Once a prominent landmark for wagon trains travelling along the Howardsville Turnpike in the early 19th century, Humpback Rocks is today an iconic, jagged promontory in Virginia’s George Washington National Forest frequented by hikers. Its proximity to Interstate 64 and … Continue reading →

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