Roanoke

Explore Roanoke with curated guides of the best routes. With over 11 3D trail maps in FATMAP, you can easily discover and navigate the best trails in Roanoke.

No matter what your next adventure has in store, you can find a guide on FATMAP to help you plan your next epic trip.

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Routes in Roanoke

Catawba Loop

A wild ~35-mile circuit touring three of the Appalachian Trail's most coveted overlooks.

Difficult Trail Running

Distance: 54 km
Ascent: 2.7 km
Descent: 2.7 km

McAfee Knob

Arguably the most iconic viewpoint on the Appalachian Trail!

Difficult Hiking

Distance: 13 km
Ascent: 571 m
Descent: 570 m

Blue Ridge Parkway: Plateau Region

Connecting Roanoke to the NC/VA state line, this region of Blue Ridge Parkway showcases beautiful rural farmlands, Rocky Knob Picnic Area, and historic Mabry Mill.

Difficult Road Biking

Distance: 178 km
Ascent: 3.2 km
Descent: 2.7 km

Blue Ridge Parkway: Ridge Region

The northernmost segment of the Blue Ridge Parkway including Humpback Rocks, Apple Orchard Falls & Mountain, and plenty of access to the Appalachian Trail.

Difficult Road Biking