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Floyd County

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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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: May 8, 2026

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Blue Ridge Parkway

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398 m

Rocky Knob Campground

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.08 km

1.00 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.08 km

978 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (1,050 m)

Lowest point (940 m)

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