McAfee Knob

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Distance: 8.43 mi
Elevation gain: 1,765 ft
Technical difficulty: Moderate
Elevation loss: 1,765 ft
Max elevation: 3,182 ft
TrailRank: 24
Min elevation: 1,928 ft
Trail type: Loop

Coordinates: 1278
Uploaded: October 16, 2020
Recorded: October 2020

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near Catawba, Virginia (United States)

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McAfee Knob is among the most popular hikes in southwest Virginia and said to be the most photographed place on the Appalachian Trail. Beyond the vista, the hike also features the green (or yellow and red during peak foliage season) tunnel effect that the Virginia AT section is known for. The major draw back is that McAfee Knob is very popular, so don't expect to have the viewpoint to yourself at any time. For the best aesthetic views, my recommendation is the sunrise hike here.

For our full report see: https://travel2walk.com/2017/10/31/virginia-hikes-mcafee-knob-september-24-october-29-2017/

For our short youtube video see: https://youtu.be/Ozu6XIoaOvQ

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