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John's Creek Mountain Trail

Basic Information:

Type: Day Hike - Car Shuttle
Distance (Total): 9.0 miles / 14.5 km
Elevation Gain: 818 feet / 249 meters
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Hiking Season: - All Year Long
Things To See: - Mountain Views
Difficulty: Intermediate
Rating: ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
Nearby Town: Newport, Virginia, United States

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Trail follows the ridge of the mountain and intersects with the Appalachian Trail after 3.5 miles, turn left at the AT. You will reach Kelly's Knob which overlooks Blacksburg after another 1.5 miles. Continue on the Appalachian Trail for another 4 miles down the mountain and back to your car parked along Hwy 42.