Dragon’s Tooth is a very unique 35-foot rock spire sitting on top of Cove Mountain in Catawba, Virginia. Tackle this challenging yet short hike to Dragon’s Tooth for amazing panoramic views! Go early in the morning for sunrise or later in the evening for sunset. Either way, the experience will be one to remember. Always know your limits and be careful! This route involves some rock scrambling which makes this hike along the Appalachian Trail even more interesting.
Experience breathtaking 270-degree views from McAfee Knob and take a picture at the famous ledge. The hike to McAfee Knob is the perfect little adventure for you and your family/friends/pets. Read my Complete Guide to Hiking McAfee Knob in 2024 to learn about the best time to go, day hike gear, trailhead location (plus all about the current trailhead closure), trail directions, and more!
The B25 Bomber crash site is truly a hidden gem on Sharp Top Mountain. Add an extra 0.5 miles to your hike to Sharp Top (and Buzzard’s Roost) to see this historical spot. Please be respectful if you go and follow the leave no trace principles. This is an incredible yet unfortunate sight to see.
Flat Top Mountain is an amazing hike in the Blue Ridge Mountains. It is one of three other peaks known as the Peaks of Otter. This peak compared to the other ones is special because it is the tallest, sitting at 4,001 feet, and also it comes with more solitude. Its sister mountains (Sharp Top and Harkening Hill) get a lot more attention than Flat Top does, but that’s okay! We love hiking trails that are less popular.
How does hike to three beautiful waterfalls in Virginia sound? Good? Yeah, I figured! Located in Shenandoah National Park are the Jones Run Falls and Doyles River Falls. The latter is made up of two portions – an upper and lower falls. Although not the biggest waterfalls in Virginia, they’re still worth seeing, especially during the spring when waterfalls are much bigger. Add Jones Run-Doyles River Loop to your hiking bucket list!
Do you enjoy hiking up mountains to summits with beautiful views? If you answered yes, then add Sharp Top to your hiking bucket list! Not only does this hike lead you to the summit of Sharp Top, but there is also an extra surprise summit near the top called Buzzard’s Roost. Out of the three Peaks of Otter, Sharp Top is by far our favorite!
Pincushion Peak is a beautiful mountain peak located near Fresno, California. Take in 360-degrees views of Millerton Lake, San Joaquin Valley, and Big Table Mountain. This is a short, fun day-hike you don’t want to miss! Don’t forget to say hello to the cows roaming in the fields surrounding Pincushion Peak.
Big Table Mountain is a challenging 8-mile out-and-back hike with rewarding views at the top. It’s worth waking up before the rooster crows to watch sunrise, too! Explore this beautiful flat-topped mountain and meet free-roaming cows. This is a great day-hike for the adventurous soler, couple, or family!