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Trips and events are what we are all about, they are the life blood of OCVT. Here you can view and sign up for all our upcoming trips. If you don't see anything going on or anything you like please lead a trip of your own. All our members are encouraged to lead trips, being a leader will help you meet more people and increase your skills and confidence. If you have any questions take a look in the help section or contact an officer, happy trails!
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Upcoming Trips
PCTC Trail Party at Rising Silo
Thursday, Nov 6, 2025 Trip Type: Social Full DetailsCome join Poverty Creek Trails Coalition at our annual trail party and fundraiser!
Recent Trips
Buzzard Rock Bonanza!!
Sunday, Oct 26, 2025 Trip Type: Dayhike Full DetailsTake a short hike to the expansive views of Buzzard Rock!
Doughton Recreation Area Backpacking Trip!
Saturday, Oct 25, 2025 Trip Type: Backpacking Full DetailsJoin us for this scenic one-night backpacking loop near the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina!
Mount Rogers Hike
Saturday, Oct 18, 2025 Trip Type: Dayhike Full DetailsMount Rogers Dayhike via Appalachian Trail from Grayson Highlands State Park.
Fall Break Backpacking Trip - Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Friday, Oct 17, 2025 Trip Type: Backpacking Full DetailsCome join us for a 30 mile loop in Great Smoky Mountains National Park! This trip is meant for those with backpacking experience only.
Gauley River Rafting Full Day
Sunday, Oct 12, 2025 Trip Type: Rafting / Canoeing / Kayaking Full DetailsTrip to the Upper Gauley River. Please have prior rafting experience or talk with me (texting is fine) before signing up. I will admit you to the trip once you have signed docs and paid.
AT trailwork
Sunday, Oct 12, 2025 Trip Type: Worktrip Full DetailsAT Trailwork on Peters Mountain, Giles county We'll be doing some standard maintenance on the Appalachian Trail. Lopping vegetation and clearning trees and branches across the trail.
Tinker Cliffs Camping Trip!
Saturday, Oct 11, 2025 Trip Type: Backpacking Full DetailsJoin us for this overnight backpacking trip to Tinker Cliffs and Lambert's Meadow Shelter!
Stiles Falls
Sunday, Oct 12, 2025 Trip Type: Dayhike Full DetailsShort hike leading up to a beautiful waterfall.
Freshmen Hike to the Devil's Marbleyard
Saturday, Oct 11, 2025 Trip Type: Dayhike Full Details3.5 mile freshman hike with a rock scramble, should take around 2-3 hours. A great time to meet other freshmen and enjoy the outdoors!
Apple Orchard Falls Day Hike
Saturday, Oct 11, 2025 Trip Type: Dayhike Full DetailsCome check out the 200 ft tall Apple Orchard Falls!
October Social Event!
Wednesday, Oct 8, 2025 Trip Type: Social Full DetailsCome hang out, meet new people, and play some fun lawn games with us!
Intro to Backpacking Presentation
Tuesday, Oct 7, 2025 Trip Type: Social Full DetailsCome to the Blacksburg Public Library to learn about backpacking! Bidet giveaway too!
Stiles Falls
Sunday, Oct 5, 2025 Trip Type: Dayhike Full DetailsA short day hike to a waterfall right down the road.
Dragon’s Tooth Camping Trip!
Saturday, Oct 4, 2025 Trip Type: Backpacking Full DetailsCome join us for a sunset at Dragon’s Tooth followed by camping on the Appalachian Trail!
Sharp Top Mountain Dayhike
Saturday, Oct 4, 2025 Trip Type: Dayhike Full DetailsExperience the Peaks of Otter by hiking to 360* views on Sharp Top Mountain!
Tinker Cliffs
Saturday, Oct 4, 2025 Trip Type: Dayhike Full DetailsJoin us for a hike to Tinker Cliffs!
Dragon's Tooth Day Hike
Sunday, Sep 28, 2025 Trip Type: Dayhike Full DetailsHike to one of the coolest rock formations and views in Virginia by hiking Dragon's Tooth!
Cascade Falls
Sunday, Sep 28, 2025 Trip Type: Dayhike Full Details4 mile round trip hike to a beautiful waterfall just 30 minutes down the road!!