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Giles County Virginia Hiking Trails
Johns
Creek Mountain Trail
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George
Washington and Jefferson National Forests
Length: 4.0 miles
Rating: Easy/Moderate
Blue Blazed
Beginning on VA 601, the ascent on the Appalachian
Trail to the Johns Creek Mountain Trail is a steady uphill grade for less
than half mile. This is the most difficult section of the trail. At the
top of the grade, Johns Creek Mountain Trail veers off to the east. The
trail follows the ridge line out to VA 658, crossing several peaks and
saddles along the way. There are a number of outcroppings and scenic
vistas. The mountain is an area of abundant wildlife.
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Directions:
Western Trailhead: From Blacksburg, take VA 460 west to VA 42, turn
right onto VA 42 and proceed 1 mile. Turn left onto VA 601 and go 7 miles
to the intersection of VA 601 and the Appalachian Trail. Total travel
distance: 15.5 miles.
Eastern Trailhead: From Blacksburg, take VA 460 west to VA 42, turn
right onto VA 42 and proceed 9.5 miles to VA 658. The trailhead is on VA
658 at the crest of the mountain. Total travel distance: 16 miles. |
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