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McAfee Knob via Appalachian Trail on Catawba Mountain

The McAfee Knob hike is a must-do for anyone who enjoys panoramic mountain views. The trail offers a mix of shady forest paths, steady inclines, and a few rest stops along the way, making it a comfortable yet challenging route up Catawba Mountain. Once you reach the iconic rock ledge, you’re rewarded with breathtaking views of the Catawba Valley and Roanoke, an experience that feels almost otherworldly, especially at sunrise or sunset. #Hiking #Mountain #Forest #Nature

  • Distance: 8.6 mi
  • Elevation gain: 521 m
  • Maximum elevation: 952 m
  • Elevation loss: 523 m
  • Minimum elevation: 579 m
  • Moving time: 3 h 58 m
  • Moving speed: 2.2 mph
  • Maximum speed: 5.5 mph
  • Total time: 4 h 52 m
  • Global speed: 1.8 mph

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Trail profile

  • Distance: 8.6 mi
  • Elevation gain: 521 m
  • Maximum elevation: 952 m
  • Elevation loss: 523 m
  • Minimum elevation: 579 m
  • Moving time: 3 h 58 m
  • Moving speed: 2.2 mph
  • Maximum speed: 5.5 mph
  • Total time: 4 h 52 m
  • Global speed: 1.8 mph

About this trail

Name: McAfee Knob via Appalachian Trail on Catawba Mountain trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track

Start: 4593, Old Catawba Road, Medley Camp, Mason Cove, Roanoke County, Virginia, 24153, United States (37.37994 -80.08866)

End: 4592, Old Catawba Road, Medley Camp, Mason Cove, Roanoke County, Virginia, 24153, United States (37.37990 -80.08863)

Coordinates: 37.37990 -80.08925 37.39326 -80.03627

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McAfee Knob via Appalachian Trail

United States > Virginia > Roanoke County > Catawba > Medley Camp

#Hiking #Mountain #Forest #Nature

Distance: 7.8 mi • Elevation gain: 478 m • Maximum elevation: 952 m

Gear up for your next adventure:

🥾Trekking Poles - Poles to improve stability on uneven terrain
🔭Compact Hiking Binoculars - Lightweight optics for scouting terrain and spotting wildlife
📚UK Hiking Guidebooks - Detailed route descriptions for the Lake District, Peaks, and Highlands
📸Action Camera Chest Mounts - Record your ascent following topographic paths hands-free
🔥Reusable Hand Warmers - Maintain dexterity in your fingers for precise map handling

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