5.2 mi
Distance
2,077 ft
Elev. Gain
2h 42m
Est. Time
Out & Back
Route Type
Difficult
Difficulty
About This Trail
Bald Knob via Appalachian Trail is an out-and-back trail in George Washington National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Amherst County, Virginia. It is 5.2 miles long and gains 2,077 feet. The nearest town is Buena Vista, Virginia, about 4 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 638 ft |
| High point | 2.6 mi | 1,231 ft |
| End | 5.2 mi | 638 ft |
Trail Details
- Route Type
- Out & Back
Official sources & verification
Managed by United States Forest Service
Managing agency
- United States Forest Service
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Buena Vista, VA · about 4 mi away
- County:
- Amherst County, VA
- Jurisdiction:
- George Washington National Forest · United States Forest Service
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