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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
Pinnacle of Dan - Extreme Fun
Friday, Dec 12, 2025 Trip Type: Dayhike Full DetailsCome hike one of the most difficult trails in Virginia with great views at the top!
MLK Weekend in Shenandoah National Park
Saturday, Jan 17, 2026 Trip Type: Backpacking Full DetailsBackpacking in Shenandoah (SHEN) National Park during the Martin Luther King weekend, tying in the experience to the historical significance of SHEN in Black History.
Alt Spring Break 2026 - AT Boundary Work
Monday, Mar 9, 2026 Trip Type: Worktrip Full DetailsWe'll be doing boundary work on the AT M,T,R,F with a FUN (tbd) day on W. The work will be in Giles county, VA on Peters Mnt. We'll be camping on the mountain March 9th (Monday) and 12th (Thursday).
Recent Trips
End of Semester Bonfire!
Wednesday, Dec 10, 2025 Trip Type: Social Full DetailsTake a break from finals studying and come hang out with OCVT! We'll have smores and lawn games, dress warm!
Kelly's Knob Hike - People's Choice
Sunday, Dec 7, 2025 Trip Type: Dayhike Full DetailsCheck out one of the few hikes with views of Blacksburg and a cave below it!
Stiles Falls
Sunday, Nov 16, 2025 Trip Type: Dayhike Full DetailsShort hike up to a waterfall.
Buzzard Rock/Whitetop Mountain Backpacking Trip
Saturday, Nov 15, 2025 Trip Type: Backpacking Full DetailsOvernight trip to Whitetop Mountain and Buzzard Rock. Come out and enjoy the nature before the cold weather and finals start!
Campfire/Bonfire Social
Friday, Nov 14, 2025 Trip Type: Social Full DetailsWe will meet up then travel to a forest service campsite nearby for the fire.
Rice Fields Backpacking
Saturday, Nov 8, 2025 Trip Type: Backpacking Full DetailsEasy overnight backpacking (2.5 miles) trip to a shelter on the AT
Sharp Top Mountain Dayhike - People's Choice
Saturday, Nov 8, 2025 Trip Type: Dayhike Full DetailsExperience the best view in VA with a sunset hike to Sharp Top Mountain!
Dragon’s Tooth!!!??!?!?!?!?! （╹◡╹）
Saturday, Nov 8, 2025 Trip Type: Dayhike Full DetailsIt’s gonna be slightly warmer on this day and I haven’t been able to hike in ages please come 🙏🏽
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!
Sugar Run Mt and Buffet!
Saturday, Nov 1, 2025 Trip Type: Dayhike Full DetailsHike Sugar Run Mountain and then join us at a nearby Chinese Buffet!
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.