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McAfee Knob Travel Guide

  • Catawba Valley Drive,
  • Catawba,
  • VA
  • USA

In the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, McAfee Knob is a 3,197-foot (976 m) tall peak with dramatic views of the Roanoke Valley. The knob is located on the Appalachian Trail and is a popular destination for day hikers and backpackers since the early 20th century. The knob was named for George McAfee, a 19th-century settler who was the first to build a cabin on the summit. The trail to the top of McAfee Knob is considered to be one of the most scenic and challenging hikes in the region.

Woman standing at the edge of McAfee Knob in Virginia on a partly cloudy day.
Person sitting at the edge of McAfee Knob in Virginia on a cloudy day.
McAfee's Knob in Virginia.
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Experience Overview

Average Weather

Spring
30 °
Summer
50 °
Fall
30 °
Winter
0 °

Adventure Type

Backpacking, Hike, Trail

Activities

Bird watching, Hiking, Stargazing, Walking, Wildlife watching, Observation Point

Natural Features

Rock scramble, Nearby, Mountains

Views

Sunrise, Sunset, 180, Vista, Overlook, Water

Terrain

Dirt, Forest, Mountain, Rocky, Steep

Traffic

Very Heavy, Seasonal

Access Difficulty

Moderate

Elevation

3197 ft

Location

Cost & Fees

  • Per Car $30
  • Per Person $15
  • Per Night
  • Parking $0

Contact

Always consult the official website for the most current information.

Must-Know Facts

Amenities

  • Parking: Paved lot, Limited, Arrive early, Free, National Park Pass
  • Restrooms: No, Nearby
  • Potable Water: No
  • Other: None

Rules & Regulations

  • Leave No Trace, Pack-in, pack-out, no loud music, no events, no food vendors, no alcohol, no decorations, no overnight stays, no camping, no smoking, no open flames, no generators, no rice/birdseed/confetti/streamers/fake petals, face covering
  • Fires: No
  • Accessibility: Walk to site
  • Dogs: Yes, with leash
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Hours

Dusk to dawn

Reservations

Not needed, First-come-first serve

Best Time to go

March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October

Peak Season

April, May, June, July, August, September, October

Off Season

January, February, March, November, December

What's near McAfee Knob?

Accommodations

Air BnB, Bed & Breakfast, Cabins, Camping, Hotel, Inn, Lodge, RV Site, Tent Camping, Townhouse, Yurt, House

Necessities

Gas, Groceries, Hospital, Pharmacy, Dining

Attractions

Art gallery, Brewery, Historic district, Monument, Mural, Museum, National park, Restaurants, Shopping, Visitor Center, Winery, Trails

Transportation

Airport, Rental Car, Taxi

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