On the Trail in Orange County
By: Orange County Economic Development
It is the time of year where Orange County residents are out and about enjoying the sunshine, which means it is the perfect time to discover a new walking trail in Orange County! Here are our top five (5) trail picks for the spring season:
James Madison ’ s Montpelier
Enjoy Orange County ’ s most famous landmark through 8+ miles of trails meandering through pastures, meadows, and forests. Montpelier ’ s trails are perfect for hikers of all levels, offering an experience through historical land. The Montpelier Trails are open Thursday through Monday during business hours with the purchase of a tour or property pass. Trails may be accessed from the trailhead kiosk just below the parking lot at the David M. Rubenstein Visitor Center. To find more information on the trails, visit: https://www.montpelier.org/visit/trails.
Photo by Ethan Hickerson, Courtesy of The Montpelier Foundation
The Market at Grelen
Looking to explore more nature blooms nearby? The Market at Grelen is located just down the street from Montpelier and has trails that connect the two locations. The Market at Grelen is a European - style garden shop featuring a farm - to - table café and hiking trails making a perfect day in Orange County! The Grelen Trails include 6+ miles of walking trails through Grelen Nursery ’ s 1,000 acres of the VA Foothills. https:// www.themarketatgrelen.com/ for more information on their upcoming 10th anniversary. Visit
Courtesy of April Bennett
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