Rocky Knob Campground – Rocky Knob Overlook loop from Rocky Knob Recreation Area

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United States

Virginia

Floyd County

Rocky Knob Campground – Rocky Knob Overlook loop from Rocky Knob Recreation Area

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14,092

hikers

Rocky Knob Campground – Rocky Knob Overlook loop from Rocky Knob Recreation Area

02:44

9.16km

280m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: August 19, 2026

Tips

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Blue Ridge Parkway

Waypoints

Start point

Camping Site

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398 m

Rocky Knob Campground

Highlight • Rest Area

The gorgeous campground offers direct access to the Rocky Knob Recreation Area. Some sites take reservations and others are first-come first-serve, and the campsite roads are completely paved. Lots of …

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2.42 km

Grassy Knoll Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

Grassy Knoll is one of many overlooks on this portion of the Blue Ridge Parkway. It is more or less a wide open grassy field with some trees in the …

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4.59 km

View of Rock Castle Gorge

Highlight • Viewpoint

Located on the Rock Castle Gorge Trail and just off the side of the Blue Ridge Parkway, the Rock Castle Gorge viewpoint boasts views of the entire Rocky Knob Recreation …

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5.93 km

Rocky Knob Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

Overlook located on Rocky Knob, adjacent to the Blue Ridge Parkway in the Rocky Knob Recreation area. Overlooks the Rock Castle Gorge.

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6.33 km

View of Buffalo Mountain from Saddle Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Saddle Overlook is located at Milepost 168 of the Blue Ridge Parkway and offers views from both sides of the road. One side of the road offers a view …

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9.16 km

End point

Camping Site

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.08 km

1.00 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.08 km

978 m