Blue Ridge Tunnel | Historic Train Tunnel Hike in Virginia

The Blue Ridge Tunnel was built from 1850 to 1858 for the Blue Ridge Railroad. It was the longest railroad tunnel in the United States at 4,273 feet in length. Located in Nelson County, this historic railroad tunnel opened as a hiking trail in November 2020. Here’s what to know about this 4.6-mile out-and-back hike.  For starters, the nearly mile-long tunnel is located under Rockfish Gap in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Central Virginia. It’s a stone’s throw from Waynesboro.  This crushed stone path is also 10 minutes from the Rockfish Gap entrance at the southern terminus of Skyline Drive at Shenandoah National Park. There are two trailheads for this out-and-back hike on a mostly gravel path. The East Trailhead in Afton has a large parking area. Most hikers start from here. The West Trailhead is located in Waynesboro, just off U.S. Route 250. This trailhead has a dozen or so parking spaces and all are parallel parking spaces.

Blue Ridge Tunnel East Trailhead

S21: roundups

Uncover the best local events and activities in Washington, D.C. with our weekly roundups. From hidden gems to popular spots, find out what's happening in your neighborhood this week.

Ultimate Guide to Things to Do in Washington, D.C. | Weekly Roundups & Highlights

The best of Joyraft DC 💫

Best of DC

The best of Joyraft DC

S4: top picks

Discover top attractions, events, hidden gems, dining, and nightlife in Washington, DC. Find the best things to do for locals and visitors alike

Things to do in in Washington, DC

Hot & New events in Washington, DC

Hot & new

Hot & new 🔥

S20: c+d experiences

Explore Washington, DC’s top attractions, events, local spots, dining, and nightlife. Find the best activities for both residents and visitors.

The best things to do in Washington DC

Just added to Joyraft DC

Just added

S17: interest based

Top 10 FREE things to do in Washington DC

Free things to do in Washington DC

FREE

Free things to do in DC

S11: happening this weekend

Discover the best events and activities in Washington, D.C. this weekend. From festivals and concerts to family-friendly outings, find something fun for everyone in the nation's capital.

Top Things to Do in Washington, D.C. This Weekend | Must-See Events & Activities

Things to do in Washington DC this weekend

This wknd

This weekend

S18: interest based

Where to eat and drink in Washington? Joyraft has Boston’s newest bars, restaurants and specials. Drinks and pre fixe dinner menu.

Washington Bars and Restaurants: Events and Openings

Food & drink experiences in Washington

Food & drink

Food & drink experiences 

Where

Blue Ridge Tunnel | Historic Train Tunnel Hike in Virginia

Website

Where?