Mary Lou Mortimer

February 22, 2026

Streams, Wildflowers, Panoramic Vistas, Moderate, Family Friendly

Shamokin Springs to Old AT Scenic View Hike

Mary Lou Mortimer

February 22, 2026

Streams, Wildflowers, Panoramic Vistas, Moderate, Family Friendly

Shamokin Springs to Old AT Scenic View Hike

This 2.1-mile out and back hike goes to a spectacular vista on the Old AT. The hike starts at the Shamokin Springs trail and continues on the Old Appalachian Trail. This trail is a beautiful, forested walk with some short rocky sections.

Mary Lou Mortimer

February 17, 2026

Family Friendly, Loop Hikes, Streams, Waterfalls, Wildflowers

Upper Shamokin Falls with the Morgan Loop Hike

Mary Lou Mortimer

February 17, 2026

Family Friendly, Loop Hikes, Streams, Waterfalls, Wildflowers

Upper Shamokin Falls with the Morgan Loop Hike

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.

Mary Lou Mortimer

February 16, 2026

Loop Hikes, Family Friendly, Streams, Wildflowers

Shamokin Springs Nature Preserve Loop Hike

Mary Lou Mortimer

February 16, 2026

Loop Hikes, Family Friendly, Streams, Wildflowers

Shamokin Springs Nature Preserve Loop Hike

The Nature Preserve is one of the most unique environments on the mountain. The high elevation wetland and braided streams allow northern tree species like birches and American beech to thrive. The preserve also provides habitat for numerous fern, wildflower, and bird species.

Special THANKS to the Nature Foundation of Wintergreen (TNFW) - whose staff and volunteers 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.

Memberships 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

More Wintergreen Hikes

Waterfall Hikes
🟦 Upper Shamokin Falls with Morgans Loop
🟦 Chestnut Springs/Logger Alley Loop
🟦 Lower Shamokin Falls Hike
◆ Shamokin Springs to Upper Shamokin Falls
◆ Laurel Ridge/Fortunes Ridge Loop Hike

Panoramic Vista Hikes
🟦 Shamokin Springs to Old AT View Hike
🟦 Cedar Cliff/Grassy Ridge Hike
◆ Blackrock Plunge Hike
◆ Cedar Cliff N/Hemlock Springs Loop Hike
◆◆ Blackrock/Brimstone Loop Hike

Easy Hikes
🟢 Shamokin Springs Nature Preserve
🟢 Stoney Creek Park Trail

Long Hikes (6-12 miles)
◆ Wintergreen North Loop Hike
◆◆ Wintergreen South Loop Hike
◆◆ Wintergreen Loop Hike

🟢 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.

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.