Catawba trails
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Catawba Falls River Trail in Pisgah National Forest
United States > North Carolina > McDowell County
The Catawba Falls Trail offers a scenic journey through Pisgah National Forest, guiding hikers along a gentle riverside path rich with historic stonework, lush vegetation, and streams that punctuate the quiet, wooded landscape. About halfway up, hikers encounter a historic dam that forms a small waterfall,…
Distance: 2.5 mi • Elevation gain: 673 ft • Maximum elevation: 2,280 ft
McAfee Knob via Appalachian Trail on Catawba Mountain
United States > Virginia > Roanoke County > Mason Cove > Medley Camp
The McAfee Knob hike is a must-do for anyone who enjoys panoramic mountain views. The trail offers a mix of shady forest paths, steady inclines, and a few rest stops along the way, making it a comfortable yet challenging route up Catawba Mountain. Once you reach the iconic rock ledge, you’re rewarded with…
Distance: 8.6 mi • Elevation gain: 1,709 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,123 ft
