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McAfee Knob

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

Adventure Type

Backpacking, Hike, Trail

Natural Features

Rock scramble, Nearby, Mountains

Views

Sunrise, Sunset, 180, Vista, Overlook, Water

Terrain

Dirt, Forest, Mountain, Rocky, Steep

Traffic

Very Heavy, Seasonal

Difficulty

Moderate

Elevation

3197 ft

Activities

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

Average Weather

30 °
Spring
50 °
Summer
30 °
Fall
0 °
Winter
More About McAfee Knob

Wedding Rules

  • Allowed? Yes, requires permit, group limit, with restrictions
  • Group Limit: 16
  • Permit Requirements: Minimum 6 weeks prior to event
  • Permit Duration: 1 day
  • Marriage License: Roanoke Circuit Court

Cost & Fees

  • Wedding Permit $150
  • Photography Permit
  • Per Car $30
  • Per Person $15
  • Per Night
  • Parking $0

Contact

Always consult the official website for the most current information.

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About McAfee Knob

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 around Catawba?

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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