Appalachian Trail

Buzzard Rock via the Appalachian Trail

Appalachian Trail, Bald Mountain, Dog Friendly, Favorite, Kid Friendly, Long > 6 Miles, Virginia / / / , ,

Highlights: mountain views, bald summit, Appalachian Trail Distance:  7.2 mile loop Elevation change:  1,270 feet Difficulty level: Moderate/Strenuous Trailhead Parking: Elk Garden Trailhead parking on route 600/Whitetop Road near Troutville VA Website: AllTrails  Beer Pairings: 7 Dogs Brewpub-High Bridge pale ale & Scottish 80 The Hike: Even though this hike is over 7 miles and has […]

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Chestnut Knob

Appalachian Trail, Bald Mountain, Medium 3-6 Miles, Mountains, Virginia / / / , ,

Highlights: Burke’s Garden, views, bald summit, Appalachian Trail Distance:  4.2 mile out and back Elevation change:  1,400 feet Difficulty level: Strenuous Trailhead Parking: From Burke’s Garden General Store on route 623, continue south east for 1.1 miles. Turn left on route 727 and follow for 4 miles until the road becomes a one lane dirt

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