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Map Key

2.9

Miles

4.7

KM

Out and Back

3,827' 1,166 m

High

2,585' 788 m

Low

1,242' 379 m

Up

1,242' 378 m

Down

16%

Avg Grade (9°)

34%

Max Grade (19°)

Dogs Leashed

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Family Friendly It's short enough for kids to not get too tired, and exciting enough to keep them entertained.

Overview

This trail was a great hike for an afternoon. Parking at the trailhead is pretty easy and there are restrooms and a small store.

Description

The trail itself starts off very easy, and towards the end has several sets of rock stairs. There are plenty of places to take a break if necessary, and the views at the top of the Peaks of Otter area are amazing! There is a spur to the top of Buzzards Roost for more mileage. This is an out-and-back hike.

Contacts

Land Manager: NPS - Blue Ridge

Shared By:

Sarah Clark

Trail Ratings

  4.7 from 20 votes

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  4.7 from 20 votes
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Photos

Overlook at the top!
Apr 28, 2018 near Buchanan, VA
Sharp Top summit -- awesome view!
May 15, 2021 near Buchanan, VA
20110919 25 Salamander on Sharp Top Trail, Peaks of Otter, Virginia
Dec 2, 2019 near Buchanan, VA
20110919 19 Sharp Top Trail, Peaks of Otter, Virginia
Dec 2, 2019 near Buchanan, VA
20110919 17 Sharp Top Trail, Peaks of Otter, Virginia
Dec 2, 2019 near Buchanan, VA
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Check-Ins

Nov 25, 2023
Emily Dykema
Timed only the ascent 1.4mi — 1h 03m
Aug 29, 2023
Nathan Pinsker
Aug 9, 2023
Philip Minard
Oct 8, 2022
Tykia Hunt
Sep 6, 2022
Will Heinle
Accompanied by Anna Haight and Miriam Hilt
Dec 12, 2021
Logan Tignor
First hike! Stormed the entire time, but the fog really made the trip a unique experience.
Oct 23, 2021
Kirk Larrabee
Good hike with a great summit. Gets crowded! 3.8mi — 1h 59m
Aug 8, 2021
Jennifer Wentz
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