McAfee Knob Trail
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virginia · Roanoke County

McAfee Knob Trail

The most photographed spot on the entire Appalachian Trail.

Rating
Length
8.8 mi
Difficulty
3
County
Roanoke

About This Trail

McAfee Knob is one of the most iconic viewpoints on the Appalachian Trail, featuring a dramatic rock outcropping with sweeping 270-degree views of the Catawba Valley and surrounding mountains. The trail climbs steadily through mixed hardwood forests before reaching the exposed rocky summit.

Location

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Coordinates: 37.3933, -80.0358 Open in Google Maps

Getting There

From Salem, VA, take VA-311 north through Catawba. The trailhead parking lot is on the right side of the road, about 5 miles north of Catawba.

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