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Cindy S
Photo Date:
01/15/2018
At the small parking lot, there is a map documenting the hike to McAfee Knob.
Cindy S
Photo Date:
01/15/2018
Be careful when crossing the street to the trailhead.
Cindy S
Photo Date:
01/15/2018
The first portion of the hike is a steady incline on a typical section of the Appalachian Trail. Shortly after, the trail runs along a fire road.
Cindy S
Photo Date:
01/15/2018
The last 1.3 miles of the hike to the summit returns to typical Appalachian Trail hiking paths.
Cindy S
Photo Date:
01/15/2018
The overlook is well signed.
Cindy S
Photo Date:
01/15/2018
The views along the path are gorgeous.
Cindy S
Photo Date:
01/15/2018
Hiking McAfee Knob.
Cindy S
Photo Date:
01/15/2018
The summit is well marked.
Cindy S
Photo Date:
01/15/2018
This view is one of the most photographed scenes on the Appalachian Trail.
Cindy S
Photo Date:
01/15/2018
Open views from McAfee Knob.
Cindy S
Photo Date:
01/15/2018
Open views from McAfee Knob.