The trails are open to the public. Stay on the trail. Know that footing is difficult on wet rocks.

Also - see four famous hiking trails near Wintergreen - including Crabtree Falls.

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Waterfalls, Streams, Wildflowers, Rocky, Teens, Woodlands, Rugged

Distance: 1.1 miles (one-way).
Difficulty Level: moderately difficult. ◆
Time: 0.5 -1 hours.
Elevation Change: 510'gain/260’loss.(starting at Fortunes Ridge Drive)
Key Features: waterfalls, hiking, dense forest, stream.
Blaze Color: red.
Access: Closest access is from the intersection of Fortunes Ridge Dr and Wintergreen Dr. (Limited parking, 1-2 cars)
Google Maps directions to parking area.

Waterfalls, Streams, Wildflowers, Rocky, Teens, Woodlands, Rugged

Wildflowers, Family Friendly, Streams, Waterfalls, Moderate, Kids, Valley, Teens Valley

Lower Shamokin Falls Trail

Wildflowers, Family Friendly, Streams, Waterfalls, Moderate, Kids, Valley, Teens Valley

Distance: 1.7 miles (one way).
Difficulty Level: moderate. 🟦
Time: 1-2 hours.
Elevation Change: 700 ft.
Key Features: waterfall, streams, wildflowers, family friendly.
Blaze Color: blue.
Access: Parking at the end of Old Stoney Creek Road (at gate).
Google map directions to parking area.

Wildflowers, Family Friendly, Streams, Waterfalls, Moderate, Kids, Valley, Teens Valley

Wildflowers, Waterfalls, Moderate, Rocky, Streams

Morgans Loop Trail

Wildflowers, Waterfalls, Moderate, Rocky, Streams

Distance: 0.3 miles (one way).
Difficulty Level: moderate. 🟦
Time: 0.5 hours.
Elevation Change: 180 ft.
Key Features: waterfall, rocky.
Blaze Color: yellow.
Access: Closest access is from the Laurel Springs Access Trail on Laurel Springs Drive.
Google Maps directions to parking area.

Wildflowers, Waterfalls, Moderate, Rocky, Streams

Wildflowers, Family Friendly, Streams, Waterfalls, Moderate, Kids, Valley, Teens Valley

Pauls Creek Trail

Wildflowers, Family Friendly, Streams, Waterfalls, Moderate, Kids, Valley, Teens Valley

Distance: 0.6 miles (one way).
Difficulty Level: moderate. 🟦
Time: 0.5 hour.
Elevation Change: 300 ft.
Key Features: waterfall, streams, family-friendly.
Blaze Color: blue.
Access: Parking on Pauls Creek Court.
Google Maps directions to parking area.

Wildflowers, Family Friendly, Streams, Waterfalls, Moderate, Kids, Valley, Teens Valley

Family Friendly, Wildflowers, Waterfalls, Moderate, Rocky, Preschoolers, Teens, Easy

Upper Shamokin Falls Trail

Family Friendly, Wildflowers, Waterfalls, Moderate, Rocky, Preschoolers, Teens, Easy

Distance: 0.4 miles (one-way).
Difficulty Level: moderate. 🟦
Time: 0.5 hours.
Elevation Change: 240 ft.
Key Features: waterfalls, hiking, wildflowers, rocky.
Blaze Color: yellow.
Access: Closest access is on Laurel Springs Drive from the Laurel Springs Access Trail.
Google Maps directions to parking area.

Family Friendly, Wildflowers, Waterfalls, Moderate, Rocky, Preschoolers, Teens, Easy

Longer hikes with waterfalls

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Streams, Wildflowers, Waterfalls, Moderate

Chestnut Springs/Loggers Alley Loop Hike

Streams, Wildflowers, Waterfalls, Moderate

This is a 2.1-mile loop hike takes you to the beautiful Shamokin Springs Falls. While the overall elevation gain is moderate, there are a few somewhat steep/rocky sections, especially along the falls. The Loggers Alley is a well-graded forested trail, while the Chestnut Springs trail is rocky and steeper.

Streams, Wildflowers, Waterfalls, Moderate

Loop Hikes, Streams, Waterfalls, Wildflowers

Laurel Springs/Fortunes Ridge Loop Hike

Loop Hikes, Streams, Waterfalls, Wildflowers

This 2.5-mile loop trail has forests, streams and a waterfall. Begin the Laurel Springs trail to the Fortunes Ridge loop by starting from Wintergreen Resort’s parking lot F. This hike will send you through an array of forest types, including mountain laurel thickets, yellow birch, hemlock remains, and oak hickory forest.

Loop Hikes, Streams, Waterfalls, Wildflowers

Streams, Wildflowers, Waterfalls, Moderate

Lower Shamokin Falls Hike

Streams, Wildflowers, Waterfalls, Moderate

This 3.4-mile out-and-back hike begins on a jeep trail and then meanders through dense forest cover. The end of the trail is located at the base of a cascading waterfall that begins just below the Upper Shamokin Falls Trail.

Streams, Wildflowers, Waterfalls, Moderate

Loop Hikes, Streams, Waterfalls, Wildflowers

Pond Hollow/Laurel Springs/Fortunes Ridge Loop Hike

Loop Hikes, Streams, Waterfalls, Wildflowers

This 2-mile loop trail has forests, streams and a waterfall. Pond Hollow/Laurel Springs/Fortunes Ridge Loop Hike can be accessed from a small pull off at the intersection of Fortune’s Ridge and Wintergreen Drive. This hike will send you through an array of forest types, including mountain laurel thickets, yellow birch, hemlock remains, and oak hickory forest.

Loop Hikes, Streams, Waterfalls, Wildflowers

Streams, Wildflowers, Difficult, Waterfalls

Shamokin Springs to Upper Shamokin Falls

Streams, Wildflowers, Difficult, Waterfalls

This 2.8-mile route follows the Old Appalachian Trail to Shamokin Falls. This waterfall flows year-round but is best visited after it has recently rained. The trail can be very rocky and muddy in spots, so good hiking footwear is recommended. There are a few spots where bog boards are in place to help navigate through areas that are often wet.

Streams, Wildflowers, Difficult, Waterfalls

Family Friendly, Loop Hikes, Streams, Waterfalls, Wildflowers

Upper Shamokin Falls with the Morgan Loop Hike

Family Friendly, Loop Hikes, Streams, Waterfalls, Wildflowers

Upper Shamokin Falls with the Morgan Loop (0.8-miles) is one of the most popular and beautiful hikes on Wintergreen’s mountain. Follow the sound of falling water to the falls and be sure to stop and look around at the evergreen ferns and wildflowers.

Family Friendly, Loop Hikes, Streams, Waterfalls, Wildflowers

Loop Hikes, Streams, Waterfalls, Wildflowers, Panoramic Vistas, Difficult

Wintergreen Full Loop Hike

Loop Hikes, Streams, Waterfalls, Wildflowers, Panoramic Vistas, Difficult

The 12-mile Wintergreen Loop hike encircles Wintergreen Resort (also referred to as Potatopatch Mountain). This hike is extremely challenging using multiple Wintergreen trails. Highlights include stunning views, waterfalls, and beautiful mountain laurel blooms. Challenges consist of steep, rocky sections and slippery spots. Good footwear and a map are essential.

Loop Hikes, Streams, Waterfalls, Wildflowers, Panoramic Vistas, Difficult

Loop Hikes, Streams, Waterfalls, Wildflowers

Wintergreen North Loop Hike

Loop Hikes, Streams, Waterfalls, Wildflowers

This 6-mile loop hike circles around the north side of Wintergreen Resort. The trail starts on the White Oak trail, and includes Devils Knob trail, Old AT trail, Upper Shamokin Gorge trail, Falls trail and Loggers Alley trail. Waterfalls, wooded hikes and scenic vistas are all part of this hike.

The Upper Loggers Alley trail is closed in the winter.

Loop Hikes, Streams, Waterfalls, Wildflowers

Wintergreen has over 30 miles of mountain and valley trails,
from extra easy to very challenging

**Check out Wintergreen’s longer hikes and circuit (loop) hikes here.**

Hiking trails difficulty ratings:

🟢 EASY: Generally level terrain, all abilities.

🟦 MODERATE: Varied terrain, short steep sections.

◆ DIFFICULT: Lengthy steep sections, rocky, possible water crossings.

◆◆ MOST DIFFICULT: Steep rocky sections, experienced hikers only.

The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen’s (TNFW) volunteers and staff maintain Wintergreen’s trails.

Guided hikes are offered by the Nature Foundation at Wintergreen on most Saturdays, with additional hikes during the fall and summer. Go HERE for the calendar of events.

Membership in TNFW help maintain the trails and preserve the area for years to come. Please consider becoming a member. Go HERE for membership.

Learn more about The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen

**Find the interactive trail maps of all of Wintergreen *here*.**
**Paper trail maps** **make for a more safe and enjoyable hike at Wintergreen. Maps are available at** **Wintergreen Resort's Mountain Inn** **and the** **Nature Foundation at Wintergreen**.

You hike at your own risk

While Wintergreen is a resort community, know that most all of the mountain and valley trails here–like most trails in the Blue Ridge Mountains–insist on being taken seriously.

Follow this advice of experienced hikers of the Blue Ridge Mountains:

Do not hike alone.
Wear proper attire, including sturdy footwear.
Do not underestimate the terrain.
Carry drinking water and a snack.
Be aware of wildlife and respect its space.
Carry a hiking map.
Stay on marked trails to reduce your exposure to ticks and poison ivy.
Be aware of your limitations.
Know that the weather can change rapidly. Weather is different in the mountains.

Most of the trails here are open in winter, but snow and ice can make any trail treacherous. You hike at your own risk!

Trails that cross Wintergreen’s ski slopes are closed during skiing season (i.e., Loggers Alley, Cedar Cliff North).

Also see four famous hiking trails near Wintergreen.

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Longer hikes with waterfalls

Wintergreen has over 30 miles of mountain and valley trails,from extra easy to very challenging

Check out Wintergreen’s longer hikes and circuit (loop) hikes here.

You hike at your own risk

Most of the trails here are open in winter, but snow and ice can make any trail treacherous. You hike at your own risk!

Trails that cross Wintergreen’s ski slopes are closed during skiing season (i.e., Loggers Alley, Cedar Cliff North).

Wintergreen has over 30 miles of mountain and valley trails,
from extra easy to very challenging

**Check out Wintergreen’s longer hikes and circuit (loop) hikes here.**