Now that leaves are changing into their lovely autumn hues, we're lacing up our hiking shoes and headed to the mountains. Here at The Wild Wander, we're lucky to be a short drive from some of the best mountain views the east coast has to offer. We've rounded up our team's favorite parks and paths to share with you.

Here in Virginia we're one of the lucky few states with the ocean on our right and mountains on our left. Spending our summers in the sand has come to a close. A hike through one of our expansive state or national parks is a wonderful way to celebrate the Autumn equinox.