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Sharp Top

Hike to the summit for beautiful 360 degree views

Basic Information:

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Sharp Top
Type: Day Hike - Out and Back
Distance (Total): 3.0 miles / 4.8 km
Elevation Gain: 1,340 feet / 408 meters
Minimum Elevation: 2,535 feet / 773 meters
Maximum Elevation: 3,875 feet / 1,181 meters
Hiking Season: - All Year Long
Things To See: - Mountain Views - Woods
Difficulty: Strenuous
Rating: ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Description:

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From the trail head parking lot follow the Sharp Top Trail to the summit for breathtaking views. For a more secluded experience, before ascending the main summit, take a right to the Buzzard Rocks overlook.

Trailhead Location:

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Click on the marker on the map to get Google directions to the trailhead.
Latitude: 37.444096939 degrees / 37° 26.646' / 37° 26' 38.75"
Longitude: -79.6092510223 degrees / -79° 36.555' / -79° 36' 33.30"
Location: Buchanan, Virginia, United States

Directions:

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Drive to Mile Post 86 on the Blue Ridge Parkway to the Peaks of Otter Recreational Area

You can also click on the marker on the map to get Google directions to the trailhead.

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Permit Information:

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Required: No
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Local Hiking Group/Club Information:

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Name: The Roanoke Outdoor And Social Club
Link: http://adventurers.meetup.com/106/

Pictures:

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Sharp Top

GPS Track Download:

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Click here to download
This file is in the GPS Exchange Format. You can find more information about how to use this format with your GPS unit at
GPX: The GPS Exchange Format

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Created by Nick on 10/30/2007
Last edited by Nick on 05/27/2009

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